{"585578":{"#nid":"585578","#data":{"type":"news","title":"Preparing for Winter Weather","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EFor those who drive to or keep a car on campus, being prepared for winter weather is essential.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EWith the first winter weather episode underway, the Office of Emergency Preparedness advises everyone in the Tech community to prepare for winter weather at home and in their vehicles.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EA few things to consider:\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch5\u003EIn the Car\u003C\/h5\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Ch6\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMaintain Your Car\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/h6\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003ECheck and monitor all systems\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EMake sure fluids are topped off, including antifreeze, brake fluid, and wiper fluid\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EOil \u0026ndash; appropriate heavier gauge\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003EBattery, brakes, exhaust system, 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