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Weather Conditions
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Every year people are injured from not being prepared for specific weather conditions. How are people put at risk for injury by weather conditions? Car crashes happen from driving too fast for conditions in both wet/rainy roads and snow/ice covered roads. Drownings happen from falling through thin ice and those trying to help also are put at right from not knowing how to properly rescue. Infants and toddlers die every year from being left alone and forgotten in hot cars. People become dehydrated from not drinking enough water during hot temperatures and even colder temperatures at higher elevations. Those in the outdoors during summer and winter have been exposed to harsh weather elements from not wearing proper clothing. Also be aware of the signs of heat related illnesses and know what to do, while hiking in the mountains or desert, or boating or at the beach.
Fortunately, with proper conditioning, equipment, clothing and behaviors, these injuries are 100% preventable. Before going outdoors and on travel, check the National Weather Service for local conditions and the following information.
Fortunately, with proper conditioning, equipment, clothing and behaviors, these injuries are 100% preventable. Before going outdoors and on travel, check the National Weather Service for local conditions and the following information.
