{WSYR-TV Syracuse, NY} Winter Storm Safety Tips: Power Outages, Snow Squalls, and Safer Driving

Cheryl Nelson
Dec 30, 2025
1 min read

Updated: 3 days ago

Winter weather can turn dangerous quickly, especially when snow squalls, icy roads, and power outages come into play. I recently joined 'Teske’s Tidbits' on WSYR's News Channel 9 in Syracuse to share practical, real-world tips to help families stay safe before and during winter storms — from preparing for power outages and protecting electronics, to making smart decisions behind the wheel when conditions deteriorate fast.

Meteorologists Jim Teske and Cheryl Nelson on WSYR, News Channel 9, Syracuse, NY

As a meteorologist and preparedness educator, my goal is always to help people take control before chaos hits. This conversation breaks down simple steps you can take now to reduce risk, protect what matters most, and travel more safely when winter weather strikes.

🎥 Click here to watch the full interview below for timely winter preparedness advice you can use immediately.

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