January is an important time to stay informed and prepared for winter and cold weather. We’ve made sharing information easy for our community partners. This toolkit provides clear messages and ready to use graphics to help communities support preparedness and safety throughout the season.

Download the January Digital Toolkit
For help downloading and using materials, please email oes_infoofficer@sjgov.org or call (209) 953-6200.
Illustration of two people shivering in the snow.

Key Messages

  • Winter driving safety tips
    • Know before you go
    • Keep roadways safe
    • Chain controls
  • Cold weather safety messages
    • Warming center
    • Frostbite
    • Hypothermia is a serious medical emergency
    • Know the signs of hypothermia
    • Paradoxical undressing
  • Ready in 3 Steps
    • Sign up for SJReady Alerts
    • Make a plan
    • Build an emergency supply kit
How to use and customize messages
  1. Download the Microsoft Word document.
  2. Click "Enable Editing" at the top of the page.
  3. Select "File", then choose "Save a Copy".
  4. Name your file and save it to a location you can easily find.
  5. Customize the message or use it as written, then share it with your network.
How to use and customize graphics

You may be asked to create a free account on Canva.

  1. Click the Canva link.
  2. Select "File", then choose "Make a Copy".
  3. Customize the design to fit your needs and make it your own.