A practical guide for separating fact from fiction in winter safety Slips and falls are one of the most common workplace injuries during winter. Yet many organizations still rely on outdated beliefs that unintentionally increase risk. These myths lead to underestimating hazards, misusing equipment, and assuming workers are safer than they truly are. Myth 1: “We use salt, so we are covered” Reality: Salt helps, but it is not a complete solution. Salt becomes ineffective when temperatures fall below certain levels. Even when applied correctly, refreezing happens overnight, shaded areas remain sl[…]

Meteorologist Henry Margusity reports on a massive blizzard currently battering the Northeast, dropping up to 30 inches of snow across areas from New Jersey and New York City up through Southern New England. While this "powerhouse" storm is beginning to head out to sea, places like Maine will continue to see high winds, blowing snow, and heavy accumulation through the afternoon. Unfortunately, the relief will be incredibly short-lived, as a rapid succession of weak clippers and new storm systems are lined up right behind it. Margusity warns that the exact same areas currently being buried will[…]

The 2026 winter season is proving to be one for the record books, and the upcoming Valentine's Day holiday is no exception. According to the latest weather forecast from meteorologist Henry Margusity, a significant weather system is set to transform much of the United States into a classic winter scene just in time for the weekend of February 14. This "Valentine’s Day delivery" is part of a larger, long-term weather pattern driven by a stratospheric warming event. This atmospheric phenomenon is effectively "pancaking" Arctic air southward, ensuring that cold temperatures and snowy conditions r[…]

Meteorologist Henry Margusity delivers a stark update, confirming that winter has returned with a vengeance after a major storm system brought widespread snow and ice to nearly half of the country. The immediate forecast highlights a departing system still dropping snow in the Northeast, followed by lingering cold air and a series of clipper systems bringing light snow to the Great Lakes and Midwest throughout the week. A potentially significant coastal storm is also being monitored for the upcoming weekend, which could impact the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast, though forecast models currently di[…]

Meteorologist Henry Margusity issues a stark warning for a severe winter storm developing Friday night in the Southern Plains and tracking northeast through the weekend. While weak clipper systems are currently bringing light snow to the Midwest, a massive arctic high is pushing freezing air southward, setting the stage for a dangerous ice event across the South—including Atlanta, Shreveport, and Houston—where significant ice accumulation, power outages, and travel shutdowns are likely. As the system moves northward by Monday morning, it is expected to dump heavy snow along the I-95 corridor, […]

Yes, ice cleats can damage hardwood floors, especially if they use metal studs, spikes, or coils designed to grip ice outdoors. This is one of the most common questions people ask once winter weather hits, and it usually comes up right after someone realizes they need traction outside, but they also need to walk through indoor spaces like lobbies, hallways, offices, or homes. In this guide, we’ll break down why ice cleats can scratch hardwood floors, what types of floors are most at risk, why the indoor transition is where problems happen, and what to do instead to protect floors and prevent s[…]