How to Walk Safely on Ice — Winter Walk Check

Plain answerAvoid ice when possible. Choose treated, well-lit, level routes; wear suitable footwear and surface-appropriate traction; slow down; take short steps; keep hands free; and avoid distractions. If you cannot maintain stable control, turn around or walk indoors.

Inspect before committing

Look at steps, curb ramps, driveways, bridges, shaded sections, parking lots, and places where meltwater can refreeze. Black ice may be difficult to see. Test the route close to home before committing to a long loop.

Source checkNational Weather Service ice safety
NWS warns that even small ice accumulations can be dangerous for pedestrians and that black ice often forms when meltwater refreezes, especially overnight and early morning.

Preserve balance

Use slow, short steps on suspect surfaces.
Keep hands out of pockets and avoid carrying loads that prevent recovery.
Use handrails where available.
Do not assume snow provides grip; it may cover ice.
Do not use a frozen lake, pond, or stream as a walking shortcut.

Source checkCDC winter storm safety
CDC advises avoiding walking on ice and watching carefully for cold-weather health problems.

Decision ruleTraction equipment reduces some slip risk; it does not convert an uncontrolled surface into a required walk.

Keep the appointment when the weather changes

Walk More! You can do it!

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