If you’re still without power, head over to Montclair’s Council Chambers.
The Montclair Township municipal building Council Chambers will be open to the public as a “warming center” today, Monday October 31 and Tuesday, November 1, from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 pm. for all those who may be without power. The Municipal building is located at 205 Claremont Avenue between North Fullerton Avenue and Park Street.
The Glen Ridge Train Station is also open as a warming center and device recharging station today and tomorrow from 6:30 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Montclair also advises folks to stay warm safely with these tips:
* All heaters need space! Keep things that can burn, such as paper, bedding or furniture, at least 3 feet away from heating equipment, fireplaces and stoves.
• Place portable space heaters on a hard, level, nonflammable surface. Do not put space heaters on rugs or carpets, near bedding or drapes, and keep children and pets away.
• Look for a model that shuts off automatically if the space heater tips over. Do not use heating equipment to dry wet clothing.
• Never use the stove or oven to heat your home.
• Never leave portable heaters, wood burning stoves or fireplaces unattended. Turn them off before leaving or going to bed.
• Keep the fire in the fireplace by using a glass or metal screen large enough to catch sparks and rolling logs.
• Dress in several layers of lightweight clothing. Don’t forget gloves or mittens, and a hat, preferably one that covers your ears.
• Wear waterproof, insulated boots to keep feet warm and dry and to maintain footing in ice and snow.• Don’t forget pets – bring them indoors. If that’s not possible, provide adequate shelter to keep them warm and make sure they can get to unfrozen water.
• Check on people who require special assistance such as elderly people living alone, people with disabilities and children.
