Greetings from Todd County Soil and Water Conservation District (Todd SWCD) Unsure what type of tree would do best on your property? We have staff available to help you decide on your tree selection. We have field technicians available for assistance in designing field windbreaks, shelterbelts and reforestation plans. We offer FREE tree plan designs […]
Winter Driving – November 22, 2024
Winter, In your vehicle Each fall, take the time to go through your vehicle and winterize it. More importantly, make sure you carry a winter survival kit in your car in case you get stranded. You can use a large plastic tote or box to hold all of the needed items. If you already have […]
Indoor Winter Safety – November 21, 2024
Carbon Monoxide – The Deadly Winter Hazard Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning can happen at any time of the year, but the danger is greater during the winter when doors and windows stay closed and fireplaces, gas heaters, or other fuel burning appliances are in use. In addition, people can also be exposed to deadly CO […]
Winter Home and Fire Safety – November 20, 2024
Your Home Is your home prepared for winter? Many people forget to take care of things outside and inside the home before winter gets into full swing. The checklist below provides some basic guidance on what to have in your house/apartment during the winter should you be trapped by the snow or lose electricity. This […]
Outdoor Winter Safety – November 19, 2024
We all have to go outside sooner or later this winter. Knowing the hazards you will face and how to deal with them is important. Safety on snow or Ice While stepping, from your home car or business. Always keep in mind that you may be stepping on ice and can hurt yourself. Open Water […]
Winter Storms – November 18, 2024
Each day this week Emergency Management will be posting a topic of the day. Starting today, the topic in Winter Storms and how winter storms form – ice storms, blizzards, sub-zero temperatures, winter watches warnings and wind chills. Winter storms are formed in many ways. There are three key components to winter storms Warning and […]