What to do if a snowfall surprises you driving?
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(CNN Spanish) --
The winter weather does not let up the United States, which has faced harsh storms with gusts of strong winds and significant snowfall.
On the map below, we show you the snow accumulation forecasts for the next few days, according to the National Meteorological Service.
You can follow the latest forecasts here.
How to drive safely in the snow
If you're driving in an ice or snow storm, keep these tips in mind:
Pack a winter riding kit that includes a bag of abrasive material (sand, salt, or kitty litter), a snow shovel and traction mats, an ice scraper and window washer fluid, jumper cables, a flashlight, and flares or warning triangles and other elements that you can consult here.
Drive slowly, with your headlights on, and avoid stopping frequently.
Exit carefully from the parking lots.
Keep as much distance as possible from other vehicles.
Drive on the hills as slowly as possible.
How to stay safe indoors
If snow is compounded by cold temperatures, the CDC offers these tips to keep you and your family safe at home:
Make sure that babies under the age of one do not sleep in cold rooms and have appropriate warm clothing such as pajamas, one-piece blankets or sleeping bags.
Remove pillows or other soft bedding from a baby's crib, as they pose a risk of suffocation or sudden infant death syndrome.
If you have friends or neighbors who are over the age of 65, check their condition often and make sure their homes have adequate heating.
Leave water faucets slightly open to prevent frozen pipes.
Eat well-balanced meals to keep warm.
Avoid alcohol and caffeine, as they can cause your body to lose heat more quickly.
"Never use generators, gas or charcoal grills, camp stoves, or similar devices inside your home, in basements, in garages, or near windows," the CDC says.
"Vapors are deadly."
Using the stove for heating is not safe, the CDC warns;
instead, use extra blankets, sleeping bags, or coats.
A working fireplace or space heater can be a safe alternative.
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