Extreme cold warnings are in effect once again this week as frigid arctic air blasts across most of the province putting us back in the deep freeze!.
According to Environment Canada, the cold temperatures and extreme wind chills will hover over Southern Manitoba for most of the weekend. We are expected to see temperatures in the mid -30s with wind chills exceeding -40 at times.
At such cold temperatures, exposed skin can develop frostbite in a matter of minutes. If you have to go outside dress warmly and in layers. If you are venturing outside of the city bring along an emergency kit that includes a blanket, jumper cables, protein bars and water. It is also a good idea to bring along jumper cables and a charged cellular phone.
Whenever you travel it is also a wise idea to let someone know where you are going and when you expect to return.
If it’s too cold for you to stay outside, it’s too cold for your pet to stay outside. Although some breeds of dogs can survive the cold most pets will suffer frostbite as quickly as their human owners. Ears and the pads on their feet are not able to withstand extreme temperatures.
If you have to work outside remember to stay hydrated and go inside often to warm up.
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