01/19/2026
Frostbite and Hyopthermia:
Frostbite is when the skin freezes. It often affects fingers,
toes, and exposed skin, like the face, nose, and ears. Signs
can include gray, white, or yellow skin; skin that looks
waxy, or numbness. You can get frostbite in 30 minutes or
less when the wind chill is 15°F (-26°C) or lower.
Frostbite Treatment: Call 9-1-1. Don’t rub a person’s
frostbitten skin. Warm the area slowly, but don’t use
heating pads.
Hypothermia is when the body loses too much heat and
can’t work properly. Signs can include cold feet and hands,
pale skin, severe shivering, slurred speech, dizziness,
trouble staying balanced, or a slow pulse.
Hypothermia Treatment: Call 9-1-1. Remove any wet
clothing. Don’t use direct heat to warm the person. Don’t
rub or massage the person.
