News Flash

Temperatures may hit record lows this week. Take precautions to avoid injury and stay safe.

• Limit time outside when temperatures are extremely cold. Layer clothing and cover yourself as much as possible if you must be outside.
• Watch for signs of frostbite and hypothermia. Seek immediate medical attention, if needed. Signs of frostbite include: loss of feeling and color around the face, fingers and toes, numbness, white or grayish-yellow skin, firm or waxy skin. Signs of hypothermia include: shivering, exhaustion, confusion, fumbling hands, memory loss, slurred speech or drowsiness.
• If you need shelter from the cold during business hours, many public buildings and libraries offer it. View emergency daytime and overnight shelter options.

• Check on friends, neighbors, and relatives that may need assistance.

• Do not leave pets outside or in vehicles. Limit their exposure to extreme temperatures too.

• Maintain emergency supplies in your home and vehicles. Cell phones, phone chargers, winter boots and extra clothes can be critical in an emergency.

• Take breaks while shoveling snow. Overexertion can bring on a heart attack.

More Information

• Sign up for Nixle alerts for local alerts and warnings. 
• See the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's Winter Weather Frequently Asked Questions.
• Washtenaw County Health Department's Cold Weather page.