Keep Safe in Cold Weather: Tips From Henry Ford Health System
Think frostbite is something that only happens in the Arctic? With a wind chill as low as 11 degrees-below-zero expected for Shelby Township and Utica Wednesday, think again.
Temperatures will remain below freezing this week, with the wind chill expected to drop as low as 11 degrees below zero Wednesday. The Henry Ford Health System—which includes Henry Ford Macomb Health Center in Shelby Township—offers these tips to stay safe during this blistering cold weather. Prevention The key to avoiding cold weather injuries is to dress appropriately. This includes layering clothing with a first layer that pulls moisture away from the skin, an outer layer that keeps the elements out and a middle layer that insulates. Hats are a must because the head is where 30 percent of the body’s heat loss takes place. Gloves and face protection also are necessary in extremely cold weather. What is frostbite? Frostbite is caused by …
