Lack Of Education Fuels Cold Weather Pet Law Violations
Many residents violating animal shelter laws during cold weather like we are experiencing this Sunday and Monday are simply unaware of the specific legal requirements for pet care. Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Sergeant Cody Meadows said officers responding to animal welfare calls often encounter owners who are following old habits or cultural norms rather than […]
Cold Weather Does Not Cause Illness, Can Cause Vulnerability
Cold weather does not make people sick, but it can weaken the body’s defenses and create conditions that allow viruses to spread more easily. Cookeville Regional Urgent Care Physician Assistant Lucas Pittman said many patients still believe sudden temperature changes cause colds or the flu. Pittman said Illnesses comes from exposure to viruses rather than […]
Putnam Schools Avoided Major Maintenance Issues During Freeze
Putnam County Schools avoided major plumbing and electrical issues during the cold and ice by being proactive. Communications and Marketing Supervisor Buddy Pearson said coils burning out in an electrical unit at Cookeville High School and a sprinkler malfunction at Avery Trace Middle School have been the only issues over the break. He said the […]
Air Mass Brings Sub-Zero Temperatures Starting Thursday Evening
Expect temperatures Thursday night to fall some 40 degrees as some of the coldest air in years plunges south. Staff Meteorologist Rob Carolan said the Upper Cumberland will likely see wind chill temperatures between 15 and 20 degrees below zero. “It is really an impressive air mass that’s going to be working its way in,” […]
Checking In On Elderly Neighbors During Winter Storms Can Save A Life
A simple knock on the door or phone call to an elderly neighbor can make a big difference during harsh temperatures. UCDD Family Care Giver Sarah Martin said cold weather can increase symptoms of diabetes. Hypothermia also common since elderly people can not always feel the temperature. “My most important thing I like to say […]
