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Old 10-14-2011, 01:10 AM
 
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We just move to Wyoming a couple of weeks ago. I saw a post somewhere either here or Montana describing Hypothermia warning signs and symptoms.

I wanted to prepare as many ppl as I possible can, as I have had experience in this area. My father died in the Mountains of New Mexico due to Hypothermia. The weather on the mountains can and does change like night and day. In his case, he was simply going on a mountain trail hike during the day with beautiful 68 degree weather. However, he some how got turned around and lost. One day and a half was all it took for Hypothermia to take him

That was in 1994. Since then, my family has become obsessed with preparedness for winter weather beginning in the fall.

The rescuers who found my 16 yr old brother (who was with my father on that hike) gave us tips on prevention to avoid this and educate anyone we can.

1. HOT HANDS POCKET WARMERS. Buy them in bulk!! Keep them in your vehicles, purses, coats, even pants pockets. Best place to use them are in the armpits, groin area, behind the knees, feet and hands, top of head. (With my brother, as he was in a moderate stage of Hypothermia, they placed them in his armpits and groin immediately).

2. BLANKETS. We always carry atleast 2 blankets per each member of our family, and leave them in the vehicle always.

3. HANDHELD BLOW TORCH. inexpensive and life saving!! Get a couple and keep in your vehicle.

4. BOTTLED WATER AND SNACKS. Crackers..peanuts..jerkies..things that wont spoil but will sustain you for up to a week. and always keep in your vehicle.

5. SPRAY FOAM. Excellent to use, small and easy to carry and life saving if you needed to build a shelter.

6. COMPASS, SWISS ARMY KNIFE. Small and easy to carry or keep in a glovebox.

7. CLOTHING. Extra coats, winter hats, gloves, socks.

In a nutshell, please be prepared and never think you wont be the one to get lost or broken down on the side of the road, or slide off the side of the road and get stuck and not be discovered for days.

Better to have a trunk or toolbox or whatever stuffed full of stuff and survive than to keep it free and clear and end up frozen

God Bless and be prepared
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