Winter Storm Jonas is hitting the East Coast of the United States this weekend. Around 70 million people are expected to be affected by snowstorms and extremely cold weather in New York, Washington, West Virginia, Baltimore and Boston. The Independent put together a video with seven essential tips to help you survive the storm. Watch more explainer videos: http://bit.ly/1nqzhwT Channel updated every Tuesdays and Thursdays. Follow The Independent on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/TheIndependentOnline Watch more videos: http://www.independent.co.uk/video