Several area agencies have been sharing tips and suggestions for dealing with the potentially dangerous, frigid weather conditions sweeping through the area this weekend.
Continue readingFrigid weather safety tips
National Weather Service; Starke County Humane Society both share tips on frostbite and/or hypothermia
With temperatures in the area dipping below freezing, it is a pertinent time to re-visit knowledge in regards to what to do if you or someone you are with is in danger of developing frostbite or hypothermia.
Continue readingWinter Weather Advisory in Effect for Pulaski County Tonight
The worst of the cold temperatures appears to be behind us, but some risk of hazardous weather remains. Pulaski County will be under a winter weather advisory from 7:00 EST Thursday evening to 8:00 Friday morning. The National Weather Service is predicting three to five inches of snow, with the potential for slippery road conditions.
Continue readingSafety Tips to Keep In Mind as Areas Experience Record-Low Wind Chills
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With much of Northwest Indiana experiencing record-setting cold temperatures this week, it is vital for people to take necessary precautions to avoid getting hypothermia or frostbite.
Currently, individuals are advised to remain indoors unless it is absolutely necessary to venture out into the elements.
Continue readingThe CDC Warns Individuals to Be Aware of High Frostbite and Hypothermia Risks This Time of Year
With extremely cold temperatures and frigid wind chills expected to continue in the coming weeks, the Center for Disease Control is warning people to take necessary precautions to avoid getting hypothermia or frostbite.
Before going outside, make sure you’re sufficiently dressed for the weather. Your fingers, toes, ears, cheeks, chin and nose should all be thoroughly protected, as these are the areas most vulnerable to frostbite. Continue reading
Bitter Cold Temperatures Prompt Wind Chill Advisory
Old Man Winter is making himself right at in the Kankakee Valley. A wind chill advisory is in effect for Starke, LaPorte, Pulaski, Fulton, Marshall and Kosciusko Counties from late Wednesday night through Thursday afternoon. Continue reading
Charges Filed After Investigation Into Infant Suffering Frostbite
Charges have been filed, and more information is being released after an early February incident that left an infant suffering alone in the cold.
The Starke County Sheriff’s Office was called to the area of 250 W. and 500 S. in Starke County on February 5th. According to the Sheriff’s Department, the call notified authorities of a vehicle accident.
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Prevent Against Hypothermia and Frostbite
With wind chills dipping well below zero for the next couple of days, protect yourself against the effects of hypothermia.
Your body temperature drops after prolonged exposure to the cold which causes abnormal activity of the heart, nervous system and other organs, according to information released by the Mayo Clinic. Symptoms of mild hypothermia include: shivering, dizziness, hunger, nausea, trouble speaking, slight confusion, fatigue, and increased heart rate
