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We looked to the National Weather Service and Denver's Office of Emergency Management for their top safety suggestions during a major windstorm.
Here's their advice:
- π₯ Avoid burning anything that could spark a fire β and whatever you do, don't toss a lit cigarette (or joint) butt outside.
- π Secure or bring inside all loose outdoor objects, including your trash cans, patio furniture and holiday decorations.
- πΆ Don't forget your furry friends; they need shelter from the storm, too.
- π Refrain from traveling, especially if you drive a large vehicle. If visibility is an issue, pull off the road as far as possible, put your vehicle in park and turn all your lights off.
- π Stay in the lower levels of your home and avoid windows.
- π³ Watch for falling trees and debris.
- π Charge your phone fully in case you lose power, and keep extra power banks handy if you have them.
- π If your power goes out, report it online to Xcel Energy as soon as possible.
- βοΈ If flying out of DIA, check with your airline to make sure your flight is on schedule.
Our thought bubble: Be careful out there, friends.

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