The
city issued a "Code Blue" alert for Tuesday due to the low temperatures and asked anyone who
sees a homeless person outside in the cold to call 311 to assist them.
The
freezing weather brings some serious
concerns for those who have to be outdoors. Potential exposure to the cold for
prolonged periods of time could bring on hypothermia, a condition more likely
to occur with children or the elderly.
Symptoms
include inability to concentrate, poor coordination, slurred speech, and
drowsiness.
If
your body temperature drops below 95 degrees, get emergency assistance
immediately.