Here is how to prevent body cooling before taking the victim to a medical facility. Gently move the victim to a warm place Check for heartbeat and breathing If you have a blanket or dry clothes, remove the victim’s damp clothes. Do it with little body movement since rough handling may result in cardiac arrest. Tear off the clothes, if necessary. To prevent a stroke caused by improper handling, keep the victim in the same position you rescued them. Wrap the victim in dry clothes or a blanket. If possible, make the clothes warm first. If you have a stocking cap, put it on the victim’s head since a significant amount of heat is lost from the head. When the person is awake and coherent, give them warm liquids. Slightly-cooled hot chocolate or warm hot teas are good since sugars can still be absorbed even when the stomach is not functioning.