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Winter Storms

Winter Storms  |  Hurricanes  |  Floods  |  Earthquakes  |  Tornados  |  Power Outages  |  Wildfires
 

Grainger has the products and expertise to help before, during and after winter storms

Winter weather can range from moderate snowcover over a few hours to blizzards with blinding, wind-driven snow that last for several days. Winter weather can bring forth periodic storms that are accompanied by dangerously low temperatures and sometimes wind, ice, and freezing rain. Planning ahead can make a huge difference this winter season.

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Before and during a winter storm

Become familiar with terms relating to severe winter weather.
If possible, keep employees indoors, in case of snow-blocked roads.
Listen to the television or a battery-powered radio for weather updates.
Encourage employees to dress for warmth, with layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing.
Keep water pipes from freezing with pipe insulation.
Spread ice melt in high-traffic areas.
If using a generator, read directions and exercise care.
View a list of supplies to prepare for winter storms
View Snow Throwers
Snow Throwers
View Spreaders
Spreaders
View Ice Melt
Ice Melter
View Generators
Generators
View Portable Heaters
Portable
Heaters
View Insulated Gloves
Insulated
Gloves
View Insulated Coveralls
Insulated
Coveralls
View NOAA Weather Radios
NOAA
Weather Radios
View Shovels
Shovels
View Ice Scrapers
Ice Scrapers
View Snow Brushes
Snow Brushes
View Engine Oil
Engine Oil

After a winter storm

Use caution when re-entering a facility that may have been damaged by high winds and/or ice and snow.
Check water/gas pipes for leaks.
Clean up spills indoors or outside.
Continue listening to local radio or television stations.
Keep thermal gear on hand.
View a list of supplies to help recover from winter storms
View Wet/Dry Vacuums
Wet/Dry
Vacuums
View Booster Cables
Booster Cables
View Vehicle Recovery Straps
Vehicle Recovery
Straps
View First Aid Kits
First Aid Kits
View Mops and Buckets
Mops & Buckets
View Roof Rake
Roof Rakes
View Sump Pumps
Sump Pumps
View Sorbents
Sorbents

Grainger services and additional winter storm resources

Grainger services
Grainger provides special emergency services to our customers and their communities.

After-hours emergencies
When an emergency occurs after business hours, call 1-800-CALL-WWG (1-800-225-5994) and we will open a branch for you. A $50.00 fee may apply.

Emergency support teams
When an emergency unfolds, we have a plan in place that quickly mobilizes internal and external resources to assist troubled communities.

Extended hours and personnel
During major emergencies, Grainger branches stay open 24 hours (unless curfews are imposed by
local authorities). Additional personnel are brought
in to take orders, assist customers at the counter, and load trucks. Our Call Centers are able to accept phone orders 24 hours a day.		Essential product availability
Within hours of an emergency, trailers containing critical products are dispatched to support the relief effort. Contingency plans with our suppliers allow us to provide additional equipment quickly.
Additional winter storm resources
 • American Red Cross
 • Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)
 • The Weather Channel
 • National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration

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Download our handy winter storms product checklist.