Ari Kellen’s New York

Winter Survival Guide

What to wear?

• A down coat

• Avoid stylish shoes when you’re outside

• Waterproof boots to traverse the slush

• A hat, a scarf and gloves

Snow removal

• Unless you own a home, your super and building should will oversee snow removal

• But snow piles up quickly in the winter, hurting visibility and walking

• Plan for additional time for your commute.

Parking• Owning a car in NY

is a big hassle in the winter

• Park your car in a lot or opt for vehicle storage

Dog owners• The salt that

sprinkles New York sidewalks can harm your dog’s paws

• When you’re walking the dog, avoid salted areas, or put booties on their feet

• If they don’t have thick fur, a jacket is a good idea too

Melting snow

• When New York’s snow melts, it turns into a disgusting gray slush that can cause flooding

• Wear boots for unexpected slush puddles

• Stand away from corners when the snow is melting, otherwise passing traffic will splash the melted snow