# @af_academy on Instagram

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- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DE8YXvvvDts
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/26106989-af-academy-instagram
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- **Posted:** 2025-01-17T22:27:40.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** U.S. Air Force Academy (@af_academy) — https://gondola.cc/af_academy

## Caption

𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐝 ❄️

With freezing temperatures and wind chills forecasted in our area this weekend, it’s crucial to prepare and protect yourself and your family. The best defense? Maximize time indoors!

🌬 Wind Chill Safety:
Frostbite can occur in minutes at subfreezing temperatures, and wind chill significantly increases the risk even above freezing—stay covered and limit exposure.

🛠 Home Precautions:
• Bring pets indoors and stay inside when possible.
• Secure outdoor furniture and items.
• Run a tap on cold days and open cabinet doors near pipes.
• Cover exposed pipes and seal drafty areas.
• Test smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, especially if using a fireplace or wood stove.

🚗 Travel Smart:
Check road conditions before heading out and stock your vehicle with emergency essentials.

Be sure to follow Colorado winter driving laws and learn more: https://www.codot.gov/travel/winter-driving/winter-preparedness

#Colorado #USAFA #Weather #WinterSafety #WindChill

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wintersafety, usafa, colorado, windchill, weather

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