Carry a 50' safety rope that can be thrown to someone who has gone through the ice. If you have a cell phone, bring it along, it could prove to be vital for your party or somebody else. Frostbite And Hypothermia Frostbite Occurs when the skin and subcuteaneous tissue begins freezing. It can be easily remedied if detected in the early stages, or severe enough to require amputation of the affected areas. Symptoms become apparent when the skin turns waxy white, to yellow and is hard and cold to the touch.
Initial pain turns into numbness.
Toes, fingers, nose, ears and cheeks are the most vulnerable. Excessively hot water will damage the fragile tissue. Rubbing a frostbitten area in the more advanced stages will also cause damage. Avoid tobacco products because nicotine will restrict vital blood circulation. Finally, seek medical attention as soon as possible.