Do not eat snow . It will lower your body temperature. Melt it first. Inside a Car or a Truck Stay in your car or truck.
Disorientation occurs quickly in wind-driven snow and cold.
At Home or in a Building Stay Inside. Food provides the body with energy for producing its own heat. Keep the body replenished with fluids to prevent dehydration. Remove layers to avoid overheating, perspiration and subsequent chill. Work Primary concerns are the potential loss of heat, power, telephone service and a shortage of supplies if storm conditions continue for more than a day.