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What is Wind Chill?
Wind Chill is the term used to describe the cooling process caused by the combined effect of temperature and wind. It is the temperature it .feels like outside, and it is based on the rate of heat loss from exposed skin caused from the wind and cold.
For more information on the weather and wind chill, visit: www.weatheroffice.ec.gc.ca , www.windchill.ec.gc.ca , www.theweathernetwork.com or tune in to your local radio and television stations.
Tips for Cold Weather Survival
Check the weather forecast before going outside. Note the wind chill index - it may feel a lot
colder than the thermometer says, so make sure you are well prepared.
Dress appropriately by wearing layers of warm clothing with an outer layer of wind proof, water
repellant material and warm waterproof boots. Be sure to cover up as much skin as possible (hats,
scarves, mittens). Remove wet clothing or footwear immediately.
Seek shelter when the wind chill is very cold, reduce the time spent outdoors. When outdoors, stay
out of the wind.
Keep active as physical activity increases your metabolism and will keep you warm by generating
body heat. Exercise caution with strenuous activity such as shoveling snow in very cold weather.
Know your limits. Some people are more susceptible to the cold, particularly children, the elderly
and those with circulation problems. The use of tobacco, alcohol and certain medications will
increase your susceptibility to the cold. Try to drink warm fluids, like soup, to stay warm.
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