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United Way of Tompkins County Affiliate Member Organization
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Girl Scouts Prepare Blizzard BagsPlan ahead to stay safe in all types of weatherOctober 16, 2003 -- Power
outages, winter storms and other events could prevent Foodnet from preparing and
delivering meals, so Girl Scout Troop 270 is helping Foodnet prepare blizzard
bags. These food packages will include the "New York State Weather Hazards
Awareness Guide" to help participants prepare and stay safe in all types of
weather. Blizzard bags will be delivered in November. Generally,
Foodnet does not cancel service because of winter weather unless the public
schools are closed because of unsafe road conditions. If Foodnet cannot deliver
meals there will be an announcement on the radio and a special message at
266-9553. The local radio station with emergency generating capacity is 92-WICB
FM, so they might be broadcasting even if other stations are off the air. When
Foodnet must be closed, use your blizzard bag or check with your site manager
about group dining. SAVE YOUR BLIZZARD BAG until it is needed, and set aside
some extra food and water in case of emergency.
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