Extreme Cold

Extreme cold can be dangerous for everyone, but people who work outdoors, the elderly, some people with disabilities, and children, particularly infants, are more vulnerable.

Hazard Information

Extreme cold exposure can cause:

frostbite
hypothermia

Some zones may provide warming stations during extreme cold. If an "Extreme Cold Alert" is in effect, check with Ministry of Health to locate what’s available near you.

Safety Tips

If you feel cold or have been exposed to extreme cold:

go inside immediately
get to a warm place
if clothing is wet, change into something dry and warm
drink warm beverages
cover yourself with heavy blankets

If you don't warm soon, seek medical help immediately

If you are indoors:

Stay indoors to limit cold exposure
Stay near a heater or fireplace
Stay on higher floors as they are often warmer from the rising heat
Drink plenty of warm beverages and eat hot meals

If you are outdoors:

Apply lip balm before going out
Spend the coldest part of the day in warm public buildings (e.g., greenhouse, swimming pool)
Dress in dark-coloured, tight-fitting clothing covering as much of your skin as possible
Wear layers of lightweight clothing, mittens and a hat (preferably one that covers your ears)
Wear waterproof, insulated boots to keep your feet warm and dry and to keep from slipping on ice and snow
Wear sunglasses to protect eyes from drying out from wind exposure
Regularly check for frostbite — numbness or white areas on your face and body (ears, nose, cheeks, hands and feet in particular)

Don't forget to bring pets inside and move livestock to sheltered areas with non-frozen drinking water

Prepare Now

Take the following steps so you and your family are prepared in the event of an emergency:

Cover windows that receive strong winds with plastic, drapes, shades or install awnings
Include instant hot chocolate, coffee, or tea, lip balm and sunglasses in your emergency survival kit

Learn about different emergencies and how to be prepared.

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Woodlandia’s Hazards

Different hazards require a different approach for being prepared and knowing how to protect yourself and your family. Learn more about Woodlandia’s hazards, so you can better prepare for them and know what to do to protect yourself.

Safety For Everyone

No two households are the same. When building your family emergency plan, be mindful of the special needs and considerations of individuals in your own household. By evaluating your unique needs, you can better prepared for any situation.