If you’re venturing outdoors, dressing properly is key. “Dressing in layers, wearing loose fitting layered clothing is the best to trap heat and stay dry,” says Faraz Covelli. A hooded coat or hat will help prevent heat from leaving through your head, while swapping gloves for mittens will keep your fingers cozy.

A severe winter storm is expected to sweep across the United States this week, with a potent cocktail of heavy snow, ice and extreme cold, affecting up to 160 million people.

"We see a lot of deadly fires because of heating equipment," said State Fire Marshal Debra Knight.