Frequently Asked Questions about Winter WeatherWhat should I do if I see someone with warning signs of hypothermia?
If you notice signs of hypothermia, take the person’s temperature. If it is below 95°, the situation is an emergency—get medical attention immediately. If medical care is not available, begin warming the person, as follows: • Get the victim into a warm room or shelter. • If the victim has on any wet clothing, remove it. • Warm the center of the body first—chest, neck, head, and groin—using an electric blanket, if available. Or use skin-to-skin contact under loose, dry layers of blankets, clothing, towels, or sheets. • Warm beverages can help increase the body temperature, but do NOT give alcoholic beverages. Do not try to give beverages to an unconscious person. • After body temperature has increased, keep the person dry and wrapped in a warm blanket, including the head and neck. • Get medical attention as soon as possible. A person with severe hypothermia may be unconscious and may not seem to have a pulse or to be breathing. In this case, handle the victim gently, and get emergency a
