Snow Shoveling Tips [VIDEO]

We are going to get a pile of snow! We are expecting anywhere from 12 to 15 inches of snow Sunday night through 7 p.m. Hopefully it is going to be light and fluffy.

US National Weather Service via Facebook

10 years ago I taped a video with Sarah McEachern from Mount Desert Hospital and the tips she offered then, are as true today as they were then!

Key takeaways

• If you've had a cardiac incident you should NOT be shoveling
• Try to push the snow if possible, this is supposed to be light and fluffy snow, so you should be able to push it.
• With the large snowfall expected try not to wait until the end to tackle the snow. It's better to go out multiple times and shovel it in increments.
• Don't lift the snow over your shoulder and "throw it"
• Warm up before shoveling
• Take your medicine before shoveling
• Take frequent breaks to allow your body to rest and hydrate!
• If you feel unwell, stop right away!
• If you have a cellphone take it outside with you in case you need to call for help!

If you have a snowblower, please consider snowblowing your neighbor's driveway! This is a kind of storm where we all have to help each other!

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