Wear several layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing rather than one layer of heavy clothing. The outer garment should be tightly woven and water repellent. Mittens are warmer than gloves. Cover your mouth with a scarf to protect your lungs from the cold air. Be careful when shoveling snow.
Overexertion can bring on a heart attack.
Watch for signs of frostbite - a loss of feeling and a white or pale appearance in extremities such as fingers, toes, ear lobes or the tip of the nose. If symptoms are detected, get medical help immediately. Watch for signs of hypothermia - uncontrollable shivering, memory loss, disorientation, incoherence, slurred speech, drowsiness and apparent exhaustion. If symptoms of hypothermia are detected, get medical help immediately. When at home, conserve fuel if necessary by keeping your house cooler than normal.