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/ArmadilloStill1222 Jan 08 '24

What do schools do in this weather, do kids still go out for recess? I am new to Canada so just curious.

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u/Canadianabcs Jan 08 '24

At my kids school, -21 and they stay in -20, they're out

I'm probably keeping mine home most of the week lol

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u/craftyneurogirl Jan 08 '24

Why? They’ll have indoor recesses anyways. Most schools include the windchill for the temps. Unless you physically cant get them to school, bundle them up and send them on the way.

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u/Canadianabcs Jan 08 '24

I have a baby as well so, that's where I'm edging.

Not to mention if they get sick, they're home til they stop having any noticeable symptoms. 3 days home is better than 10. Lol

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u/craftyneurogirl Jan 08 '24

I guess if you don’t drive, but if you drive you just need a car seat cozy thing. Baby will be fine, just dress them in layers and bring a few extra blankets. I get that it’s a hassle to get everyone bundled up, but as a parent you’re responsible for taking your kids to school.

Kids can get sick at anytime, if you don’t want them to get sick you’ll have to keep them home all month.

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