Team Tinker Tips: Winter Weather Safety Edition Published Jan. 22, 2026 By Breonna Summers 72nd Air Base Wing Public Affairs TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Team Tinker Winter Weather Safety Tips. • Keep water flowing. • Salt to melt ice. Sand for traction. • Plan ahead. Slow down. Check conditions. • Walk like a penguin. Slow and steady. • Wear appropriate clothing. Avoid wet clothing. • Open doors under sinks. Allow warm air to circulate. • Space heater can cause carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning. • Never use cruise control on snowy or icy roads. (U.S. Air Force Illustration by Breonna Summers)