Regularly clean and disinfect articles touched by many people such as phones, doorknobs and faucets. Provide disposable paper tissues and a proper place to dispose of them. Hypothermia And Frostbite Hypothermia and frostbite can quickly become life and limb threatening. See other Alerts for more details. The very old, the very young and persons who are in poor health are most at risk.
Ice Stay away from ice-covered ponds and streams.
Many persons have died when they fell through ice they thought was safe. Lake ice should be at least four inches thick before it should be walked on. Winter Travel Know what the weather forecast is. Before travel call for road conditions. Keep a winter survival kit that contains candles, matches, high calorie food, and a HELP sign in your car along with an extra blanket, boots, cap and mittens.