UNC professor who studied online learning offers advice for how to make the most of it :: WRAL.com
Once again, many students in the Triangle area are learning remotely due to winter weather. WRAL Investigates spoke with Sophie McKoy, who is a professor at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and spent time researching ways to maximize remote learning. She also owns Mindspire Tutoring and Test Prep, which conducts both in-person […]
How to warm up your car and de-ice fast when temperatures plunge :: WRAL.com
When temperatures drop below freezing, stepping out to an ice-cold car can be more than uncomfortable — it can be dangerous if your windows are iced over. The easiest way to deal with ice is to prevent it in the first place. When possible, park in a garage or under cover. Use a windshield cover […]
How to prep vehicle for possible icy roads this weekend
SAN ANTONIO – If you absolutely need to travel this weekend, an expert says a few quick checks now can help prevent bigger problems if roads turn icy. Bryan Nugent, the owner of SafeWay Driving in Schertz, said his first advice is simple: avoid driving if you can. “The thing we always tell our students […]
San Antonio mechanic gives tips on how to prepare your car for freezing temperatures
SAN ANTONIO – As temperatures continue to drop across South Texas, drivers are being urged to stay off the roads if possible. However, for those who must travel, a local mechanic advises that preparing your vehicle ahead of time can help prevent breakdowns and costly repairs. Ruben Moreno, a master technician at Broadway Tire and […]
How to protect your plants ahead of hard freeze this weekend
SAN ANTONIO – A hard freeze is headed for San Antonio this weekend, and it could undo hours of yard work — and money — homeowners have recently invested in their landscapes. Experts at Rainbow Gardens said how you prepare your plants before temperatures drop can make the difference between plants surviving the freeze or […]
How to keep pipes from freezing in harsh winter weather, what to do if they burst :: WRAL.com
As winter temperatures plummet, the risk of frozen and burst pipes rises sharply, potentially causing thousands of dollars in damage. According to the Insurance Institute for Business and Home Safety, repairs for burst pipes can cost homeowners $5,000 or more. Much of North Carolina, from Interstate 95 west, is under a winter storm watch for […]
How to prepare, stay safe as winter weather impacts South Carolina
COLUMBIA, S.C. (WIS) – With winter weather set to impact South Carolina this weekend, officials are providing more details on how to stay safe. Saturday and Sunday are WIS First Alert Weather Days for the threat of a wintry mix and freezing rain across the Midlands. FULL FORECAST | FIRST ALERT WEATHER DAYS this weekend […]
Worried about winter storms? Here’s how to stay safe during ice, freezing temperatures and more.
Americans from the Midwest to the Northeast are bracing themselves for a “potentially dangerous” ice storm this week, Fox Weather reports. Conditions such as sleet and freezing rain could disrupt travel for millions, as well as cause power cuts, meteorologists warn. Winter weather — including low temperatures and storms — involves a number of risks, […]
How to survive snow and bitter cold that’s reached all the way to the Gulf Coast
ATLANTA (AP) — Protecting homes, cars, people and pets from snow, ice and bitterly cold temperatures just isn’t something many people are accustomed to in the Deep South. But northerners build certain tips into their everyday lives, from dressing in layers to trying not to panic if your car begins to slide. When approaching a […]
Atlanta winter weather: How to prep your driveway for ice, snow
Winter Storm Watch from FRI 7:00 AM EST until SAT 7:00 AM EST, Spalding County, Cherokee County, South Fulton County, Barrow County, Forsyth County, Hall County, Jasper County, Oconee County, Union County, Putnam County, Paulding County, Murray County, Clarke County, Gilmer County, Catoosa County, Morgan County, Coweta County, White County, Newton County, Clayton County, Gwinnett […]