By ALLI SCHIEBER
Editor-In-Chief
While it was expected that Oklahoma have a warmer winter than normal, Alva has been seeing lots of snow lately.
The first snow happened just before students came back from break with 4-5 inches of snow.
While Monday Alva only had 1-2 inches of snow.
Northwestern chose to go ahead and cancel classes as Alva roads were slick.
Some tips for driving on the slick roads are to slow down, leave extra space for you and the car in front of you just in case, brake gently and avoid sudden stops and make sure to keep winter essentials like an ice scraper, snow brush, blankets and emergency supplies.
While walking to class if it is slick students should wear proper footwear and walk slowly.
Students should also make sure to dress in layers such as, thermal clothing, jackets, hoodies and coats while walking to classes.
Wearing gloves, beanies and scarfs are another way for students to stay warm.
Another way to stay warm in cold weather is by eating warm food and drinking hot beverages.
While students are not allowed space heaters in the dorms, they can stay warm other ways such as sealing drafts by putting towels in front of the doors, closing curtains or blinds or by laying down a thick rug.
Students can also layer their beds with flannel sheets, fleeced blankets or a comforter.