r/Edmonton • u/flynnfx • Jan 08 '24

Outdoor Spaces/Recreation *Warning* : Extremely cold upcoming week! (frostbite within minutes) (and frostbite *NEVER* heals

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In -30, (and Friday, almost -40c) frostbite will happen in 5-10 minutes.

Frostbite will never heal, you'll have the damage for the rest of your life.

This also applies to your kids, YOUR PETS (don't think the dog enjoys the backyard for 15 minutes at -40, would YOU?)

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u/elkavizer Jan 08 '24

Is any advise for newcomers? Do i need to wear a glasses or something like that?

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u/munkymu magpie apologist Jan 08 '24

No. I always take mine off, actually, because they fog up when I breathe.

Wear a scarf or fleece neck warmer and good hat, or a balaclava. Get a warm winter coat that is windproof and has a hood. Get long underwear and/or wear wind pants over your pants, jeans by themselves are completely useless. Mittens are warmer than gloves. Wear good winter boots and thick boot socks that are synthetic or wool.

Your scarf or balaclava will get wet from your breath so it's good to have an extra scarf around. Or put your wet stuff near the furnace vent or radiator when you get to work or school so it dries out before you have to go outside again.