Heavy Snow Clearing Efforts Suspended After One Worker Died from Snow Removal in South Buffalo City

The snow-clearing efforts in south Buffalo City were suspended until Friday after one worker died.

Snow Clearing Efforts, Snow Removal, Buffalo City

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New York, Buffalo City, and other portions suffered from the heavy lake-effect snow, causing massive snow accumulation.

The lake-effect snow caused travel hazards and restrictions.

As the weather became weather, residents started to help in cleaning up the snow in their houses.

Meanwhile, the local officials deployed workers and trucks that could expedite the massive snow accumulation, affecting main roads and streets.

However, AccuWeather News reported that a high life hit a Buffalo employee on Wednesday as the worker helped dump the snow.

According to reports, the city would investigate the incident.

In addition, the report added that city official were saddened and heartbroken because the employee was a longtime and experienced part of the city.

AccuWeather reported that Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown said that the situation showed that workers worked hard.

Due to the incident, the snow removal efforts were suspended until Friday.

Dump trucks have been deployed to help with the snow-clearing operations that could help open up for residents affected by the snow.

The lake-effect snow led to snow accumulation and colder weather in New York.

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The report added that portions of Buffalo City, Orchard Park, Hamburg, Erie City, and Buffalo City recorded massive snow accumulations.

Snow removal safety

Furthermore, residents also cooperated in the snow-clearing of their houses.

The heavy snow could damage their roofs or homes.

However, it is important to stay safe while helping in snow-clearing efforts. Prolonged exposure to cold weather could cause health risks.

Check your home

As you begin snow-clearing efforts, check your home for the amount of snow. Be careful with the ladder and using the equipment. It is best to plan snow removal with your young family members.

Wear layers of clothes

Wearing layered clothes protecting your body, including hands and lips, is important if you help in snow-clearing efforts at home. The prolonged exposure to cold weather or temperatures could cause hypothermia or frostbite.

Take breaks

Don't exhaust yourself in removing snow at your home. Take breaks so that you can recharge. Drink enough water so that you will not get dehydrated.

Eat nutritious food or soup

After a long day of helping, eating nutritious soup or food would recharge your body. Soup is also appropriate during chilly or freezing weather.

Repair any damages

After removing snow from your home, check your roof, windows, and foundation for any sustained damages. As winter becomes apparent, heavy snow could be expected this December.

Furthermore, it is best to look into your house's heating system. Repair for any damage or needed maintenance. The heating system will offer relief during the coldest weather this December.

Southern U.S Storm

Meanwhile, a recent weather report showed that a storm could unleash snow and heavy rain in portions of the southern U.S. The effect of the storm is expected until the end of the week.

Heavy snow could emerge in Western Texas and New Mexico.