Putting cows on the front page since 1885.
Putting cows on the front page since 1885.
According to NOAA, hypothermia is "a rapid, progressive mental and physical collapse that accompanies the lowering of body temperature." Hypothermia can occur in temperatures as warm as 60 degrees F, particularly in water or if you are outside a long time and not dressed for the weather. Some ways to avoid hypothermia are to dress in layers, wrap up well when going outside in the cold, and avoid breezes and drafts indoors.
If you or someone you care about must venture outdoors during extreme cold this winter, dress in layers. Cover exposed skin to reduce your risk of frostbite or hypothermia. Shown are the different ways to dress in different temperatures.
When shoveling, remember to stay hydrated, take frequent breaks, and move only small amounts with each shovel pass.
Beyond these winterizing tips, the National Weather Service provides a checklist, available on weather.gov, that contains what to have in your home to be prepared. This list includes select foods, disposable dishware, portable radio, warm clothing, extra blankets, matches, flashlight, first aid, and a fully charged cell phone.
The Herald has been reminding readers about safe driving in the winter the past few weeks. Here are some other winter weather reminders from the National Weather Service.
More reminders and tips can be found on weather.gov under Safety, Winter Weather.
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