Winter Driving
This driving behavior limits reaction time and frequently leads to collisions, particularly in icy and snowy conditions.
What is tailgating.
Your kid decides to act out a scene from "A Christmas Story" this is the correct action to take when his tongue gets frozen to the metal flagpole outside.
What is pour warm water on his tongue.
A dangerous event with winds of at least 35mph in combination with falling or blowing snow that reduces visibility to 1/4 mile or less for a minimum of 3 hours.
What is a blizzard.
It would not be wise to try using these to break your fall.
What is hands or arms.
Stay warm and dry.
How do you avoid hypothermia.
Due to risk of hydroplanes or skids, it is unwise to use this feature in winter advisory conditions.
What is cruise control.
The potentially fatal lowering of a persons body temperature.
What is hypothermia.
To avoid this deadly hazard, do not burn fuels in enclosed spaces without proper ventilation.
What is carbon monoxide poisoning.
This walking hazard can be very difficult to spot, you will likely not see it until your feet have landed on it!
What is black ice.
Cotton and goose down.
What are two fabrics to avoid in winter wear.
The correct action to take once it has been determined road conditions are unsafe for travel.
What is "pull over" or "stay home"
When cold weather puts an added strain on the heart, activities such as shoveling snow can cause this dangerous condition.
What is overexertion.
Correct action to take if you become stranded in your vehicle during severe winter weather.
What is stay in your car.
These slippery inclines are the leading cause for falling fatalities.
What are stairs or steps.
Traps heat easily and allows you to adjust clothing as activities change
What is loose-fitting layered clothing.
To ensure your vehicle is properly "winterized," you must have these items in your vehicle. (Name 5)
What is shovel, blanket, cat litter, flashlight, food, lighter, antifreeze, wiper fluid, ice scraper, first aid kit.
Burning of the cornea of the eye by exposure to intense UV rays in a snow covered environment causes what condition.
What is snow blindness.
True or False: Naked spooning is the most effective way to revive a semiconscious hypothermia victim.
What is false.
These unfortunate events comprise 15% of all accidental deaths.
What is slips, trips, & falls.
Protects against loss of 30 to 50 per cent of body heat.
What is a hat.
Corrective action when you find yourself spinning out in your vehicle.
What is "turn into the skid."
If your skin is cold and wet for an extended period of time, you can get these itchy, red lesions when it is rewarmed.
What is chilblains.
Starts as shivering, progressing to confusion, lethargy, slurred speech, and loss of consciousness.
What is hypothermia.
This range of ages is at risk for slips, trips, & falls.
What are all ages.
Cold and red progresses to numb, hard and pale.
What is frostbite.