Prepare for the Coldto Avoid Frostbite

Checking the forecast daily may be redundant for Miami residents, but in Indianapolis, viewing the weather report could prevent you from wearing a t-shirt in a blizzard. Indiana weather is notoriously unpredictable. To keep yourself safe in sudden winter storms, be on the lookout for freezing temperatures.Having warm clothes ready when the temperature plummets can help prevent frostbite, which can set in within minutes if it’s cold enough. Frostbite not only harms the skin, but also the tissue underneath. According to the Richard M. Fairbanks Burn Center at Eskenazi Health, frostbite can even harm tendons, muscles, nerves and bones. Frostbite injuries resemble those you get from burns and can be very painful.With our previously mild temperatures finally plummeting and snow back in the forecast, it is time to ensure we’re ready for the bitter conditions that cause frostbite. Shoveling your front step, walking down the block or waiting too long in an unheated car can be dangerous when the temperature dips below zero.Warm layers may add a minute or two to your morning routine, but they also keep you comfortable and safe. Mittens, scarves, hats and warm socks and boots cover the extremities that are so vulnerable to frostbite, including...