The
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service reminds residents of the dangers
present with snow piles. With the recent record-breaking snow storms, roadside,
driveway and cul-de-sac snow piles are getting bigger, but should remain off
limits to children.
Children
like to dig tunnels or build forts in piles of snow created by snow plows, but
children risk becoming trapped by collapsing snow forts. Unstable walls and
tunnels may collapse, trapping and burying a child inside. The weight of the
snow collapsing on top of a child can quickly hinder their breathing, making it
difficult to call for help and virtually eliminating their chances of
self-rescue. The best place for children to play is under close adult
supervision.
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