
ALT Infographic - The Science of Wind Chill. The average temperature of the human body is 98.6 degrees fahrenheit. Under calm conditions, the body radiates heat, creating a layer of warmth between or skin and the cold surroundings. But when it's windy, the moving air breaks up this insulating layer. It speeds up heat loss by whisking away the warmth from our skin. Hypothermia begins when our body temperature drops two to four degrees.

ALT Infografía: La ciencia de la sensación térmica. La temperatura corporal promedio es de 98,6 grados Fahrenheit (37 grados Celsius). En condiciones de calma, el cuerpo irradia calor, creando una capa de calor entre la piel y el ambiente frío. Pero con el viento, el aire en movimiento rompe esta capa aislante, acelerando la pérdida de calor al disipar el calor de nuestra piel. La hipotermia comienza cuando la temperatura corporal desciende entre dos y cuatro grados.

ALT Staying warm when the power is out. Visuals of a home floor plan and a person on a sofa highlight safety tips: - Close blinds or curtains to keep in some heat - Close off rooms to avoid wasting heat, - Stuff towels or rags in cracks under doors - Wear layers of loose-fitting, lightweight, warm clothing - Eat and drink. Food provides energy to warm the body. Avoid caffeine and alcohol.




































