The City of Winnipeg reminds residents to take necessary precautions during periods of extremely cold temperatures.
The following are some winter safety tips to keep in mind:
- Older adults and very young children should avoid prolonged outdoor exposure.
- Check on older friends, relatives, and neighbours who live alone.
- Recognize the symptoms of hypothermia: confusion, shivering, difficulty speaking, sleepiness, stiff muscles. If these symptoms are present, seek immediate medical attention. Severe hypothermia can be life threatening.
- Bring pets inside and limit the amount of time they spend outside.