A winter weather event has moved into Middle Tennessee. Whether you head out to run quick errands or go play in the snow, there are many risks that come with the extreme cold, snow, and high winds. These conditions can increase the risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon monoxide poisoning, and heart attacks from overexertion.
Staying safe and healthy should be your main priority during a winter storm. Hypothermia (abnormally low body temperature) and frostbite are both dangerous conditions that can happen when a person is exposed to extremely cold temperatures.
Frostbite is a type of injury caused by freezing. Signs include extremities appearing white, skin that feels waxy and numbness…