Ice and Seniors
27/12/10 13:18
Here are some home safety tips for seniors during the cold winter season:
1. A winter storm WATCH means a winter storm is possible in your area.
2. A winter storm WARNING means a winter storm is headed for your area.
3. A blizzard WARNING means strong winds, blinding wind-driven snow and dangerous wind chill are expected. Seek shelter immediately! When a Winter Storm Watch is issued . . .
4. Listen to the local radio and TV stations, or cable TV such as The Weather Channel for further updates.
5. Be alert to changing weather conditions.
6. Avoid unnecessary travel. When a Winter Storm Warning is issued . . .
7. Stay indoors during the storm. If you must go outside, several layers of lightweight clothing will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Gloves (or mittens) and a hat will prevent loss of body heat. Cover your mouth to protect your lungs.
8. Understand the hazards of wind chill, which combines the cooling effect of wind and cold temperatures on exposed skin.As winds increase, heat is carried away from a person's body at an accelerated rated, driving down the body temperature.
9. Walk carefully on snowy, icy, sidewalks.
10. After the storm, if you shovel snow, be extremely careful. It is physically strenuous work, so take frequent breaks. Avoid overexertion.
*For complete article: http://www.aginghomehealthcare.com/home_safety_tips_for_seniors.html
1. A winter storm WATCH means a winter storm is possible in your area.
2. A winter storm WARNING means a winter storm is headed for your area.
3. A blizzard WARNING means strong winds, blinding wind-driven snow and dangerous wind chill are expected. Seek shelter immediately! When a Winter Storm Watch is issued . . .
4. Listen to the local radio and TV stations, or cable TV such as The Weather Channel for further updates.
5. Be alert to changing weather conditions.
6. Avoid unnecessary travel. When a Winter Storm Warning is issued . . .
7. Stay indoors during the storm. If you must go outside, several layers of lightweight clothing will keep you warmer than a single heavy coat. Gloves (or mittens) and a hat will prevent loss of body heat. Cover your mouth to protect your lungs.
8. Understand the hazards of wind chill, which combines the cooling effect of wind and cold temperatures on exposed skin.As winds increase, heat is carried away from a person's body at an accelerated rated, driving down the body temperature.
9. Walk carefully on snowy, icy, sidewalks.
10. After the storm, if you shovel snow, be extremely careful. It is physically strenuous work, so take frequent breaks. Avoid overexertion.
*For complete article: http://www.aginghomehealthcare.com/home_safety_tips_for_seniors.html
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