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Source: Center for Disease Control and Prevention
website:
www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/staysafe.
Serious health problems can result from prolonged exposure to the
cold. The most common cold-related problems are hypothermia and
frostbite.
Hypothermia
Cold temperatures can cause your body to lose heat faster than
it can be produced, which can cause hypothermia.
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Frostbite
Frostbite is an injury to the body caused by freezing. It causes
a loss of feeling and color in parts of the body.
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Carbon Monoxide
Never use generators, grills, camp stoves or similar devices
inside your home, basement, garage or camper.
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Power Outages
Preparing for and coping with a sudden loss of power.
Learn more…
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