Staying healthy while clearing snow this winter

With the snow returning to the Keweenaw Peninsula so returns the daily chore of cleaning out the front porch and driveway. It’s important to lift the snow shovel using your knees, with bent legs, and a straight back. Shoveling snow can become a strenuous activity. Clear smaller loads with a shovel or the regional favorite tool, the Yooper Scooper, especially if accumulated snowfall is more dense, wet, and heavy. For the times this winter when Mother Nature dumps a lot of snow remember to take frequent breaks and hydrate, and don’t tire yourself out. Stop immediately if you experience chest pains or discomfort and seek help if necessary. Take the time to assess snow build-up throughout the season, and clear snow when possible to create the best possible walkway to your home. The national weather forecast predicts scattered snow showers throughout the week with additional accumulation possible. Go to Keweenaw report dot com to learn more about shoveling snow safely this winter.

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