Hang a brightly colored cloth on the radio antenna and raise the hood. Clap hands and wiggle toes and legs occasionally. Take turns sleeping if more than one in the car and huddle together to keep warm. Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia. Use newspapers, maps, and even the removable car mats for added insulation.
Cold weather puts an added strain on the heart.
Unaccustomed exercise such as shoveling snow or pushing a car can bring on a heart attack or make other medical conditions worse. Be aware of symptoms of dehydration. For road conditions throughout Colorado, call the Colorado Department of Transportation Travel at 303.639.1111. On to Clothes Horsing . What to expect from Colorado weather.