Winter Storm Safety: 10 Tips for Keeping Kids Safe When the Extreme Cold Hits

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This webpage provides essential cold weather tips to protect children during winter. It emphasizes the importance of dressing warmly, staying dry, and recognizing signs of frostbite. The tips cover layering clothing, proper footwear, and creating a safe sleeping environment. Additionally, it highlights the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning and the importance of staying indoors during extreme weather conditions.

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Focus Area: Severe Weather

Audiences: Families & Children; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Carbon Monoxide Poisoning; Child Welfare; Cold Temperature; Epistaxis; Frostbite; Hypothermia; Protective Clothing; Safety Management; Extreme Cold; Emergency Responders

Institutions: Save the Children

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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