To help prevent frostbite in cold weather: • Dress kids in layered warm clothes and use hats, gloves, scarves, thick socks, and well-insulated boots to cover body parts that are most prone to frostbite. Inner clothing layers that absorb moisture and outermost layers that are windproof and waterproof are helpful. • Make sure kids come indoors at regular intervals. • Change kids out of wet clothing or shoes as soon as possible. • Watch for frostnip, frostbites early warning sign. • If you are planning travel to a remote area, make sure you have proper supplies in case of emergencies and let family or friends know your travel plans.
Posted on: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 12:38:12 +0000
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