What is wind chill and how does it affect the body?
Wind chill, the “feels like” temperature, is the combination of wind speed and actual temperature. As the speed of the wind increases, it can carry heat away from your body much more quickly. When there are high winds, serious weather-related health problems are more likely, even when temperatures are only cool. What are some of the most common cold-related conditions? Hypothermia and frostbite are the most common. What is hypothermia? Hypothermia is a drop in body temperature to 95 degrees or less, and can be fatal if not detected promptly and treated properly. In the United States about 700 deaths occur each year from hypothermia. Who gets hypothermia? While hypothermia can happen to anyone, the elderly run the highest risk because their bodies often do not adjust to changes in temperature quickly and they may be unaware that they are gradually getting colder. The condition usually develops over a period of time, anywhere from a few days to several weeks, and even mild cool indoor te
