Teach children how to watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia. A loss of feeling and a white or pale appearance in fingers, toes, nose, or ear lobes are symptoms of frostbite. Uncontrollable shivering, slow speech, memory lapses, frequent stumbling, drowsiness, and exhaustion are symptoms of hypothermia. If you suspect frostbite or hypothermia, warm the child and seek medical assistance. Children should also avoid overexertion.
Cold weather puts an added strain on the heart.
In your home, have available some kind of emergency heating equipment and fuel so you can keep at least one room of your home warm. If your furnace is controlled by a thermostat, and the power goes out, you will need emergency heat. If you are trapped in your car during a snow storm, stay there. Leave the car only if help is visible within a 100 yards. To attract attention, hang a brightly colored cloth on the radio antenna and raise the trunk.