Dangerous temperatures: Hot and Cold: Extreme Temperature Safety
Hot and Cold: Extreme Temperature Safety
Hot and Cold: Extreme Temperature Safety
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Medically reviewed by Elaine K.
Luo, M.D. — By The Healthline Editorial Team — Updated on September 17, 2018
Overview
If you’re planning to travel outdoors, be prepared to deal with all sorts of weather. This might mean extremely rainy days or extremely dry days, and from the hottest daytime hours to the coldest nights.
The human body has a normal core temperature between 97˚F and 99˚F, but on average, a normal body temperature is 98.6˚F (37˚C). To maintain this temperature without the help of warming or cooling devices, the surrounding environment needs to be at about 82˚F (28˚C). Clothes aren’t just for looks — they’re necessary to keep warm. You can usually bundle up in more layers during colder months, and you can use fans or air conditioners in warmer months to maintain a healthy core temperature.
In some cases, you may find yourself in an environment with extreme temperatures. It’s crucial to know what health concerns you may face as well as how to avoid any temperature-related health problems.
First, note that the temperature reading on a thermometer is not necessarily the temperature that you should be concerned about. The relative humidity in your environment can affect the temperature you actually feel, which is called the “apparent temperature.” Some example scenarios include:
- If the air temperature reads 85˚F (29˚C), but there’s zero humidity, the temperature will actually feel like it’s 78˚F (26 ˚C).
- If the air temperature reads 85˚F (29˚C), with 80 percent humidity, it will actually feel like 97˚F (36˚C).
High environmental temperatures can be dangerous to your body. In the range of 90˚ and 105˚F (32˚ and 40˚C), you can experience heat cramps and exhaustion. Between 105˚ and 130˚F (40˚ and 54˚C), heat exhaustion is more likely. You should limit your activities at this range. An environmental temperature over 130˚F (54˚C) often leads to heatstroke.
Other heat-related illnesses include:
- heat exhaustion
- heatstroke
- muscle cramps
- heat swelling
- fainting
Symptoms
Symptoms of heat-related illness depend on the type and the severity of the illness.
Some common symptoms of heat exhaustion include:
- sweating heavily
- exhaustion or fatigue
- dizziness or lightheadedness
- blacking out or feeling dizzy when standing up
- weak but fast pulse
- feelings of nausea
- vomiting
Symptoms of heatstroke include:
- reddish skin that feels hot to the touch
- strong and fast pulse
- losing consciousness
- internal body temperature over 103˚F (39˚C)
Treatment
If someone loses consciousness and shows one or more of the symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke, call 911 right away.
To treat heat exhaustion, try to keep yourself cool with cold, damp cloths around your body and slowly take small sips of water until the symptoms begin to fade. Try to get out of the heat. Find some place with air conditioning or a lower temperature (especially out of direct sunlight). Rest on a couch or bed.
To treat heatstroke, cover yourself with cold, damp cloths or take a cold bath to normalize your body temperature.
Get out of the heat immediately to a place with a lower temperature. Don’t drink anything until you (or the person experiencing heatstroke) receive medical attention.
Prevention
Stay well-hydrated to best avoid heat-related illness. Drink enough fluids so that your urine is light-colored or clear. Don’t rely solely on thirst as a guide to how much liquid you should be drinking. When you lose a lot of fluids or sweat profusely, be sure to replace electrolytes as well.
Wear clothing that is appropriate to your environment. Clothes that are too thick or too warm can quickly cause you to become overheated. If you feel yourself getting too hot, loosen your clothing or remove excess clothing until you feel cool enough. Wear sunscreen when possible to avoid sunburn, which makes it harder for your body to get rid of excess heat.
Try to avoid places that can get extremely hot, such as inside cars. Never leave another person, child, or pet, even for short periods of time.
Risk factors
Common risk factors that can cause you to be more susceptible to heat-related illness include:
- being younger than 4 or older than 65
- exposure to abrupt weather changes from cold to hot
- being overweight or obese
- taking medications such as diuretics and antihistamines
- using illicit drugs such as cocaine
- exposure to a high heat index (measurement of both heat and humidity)
As with high temperatures, don’t rely solely on the thermometer reading of environmental air for gauging cold temperatures. The speed of the wind and external body moisture can cause a chill that dramatically changes your body’s rate of cooling and how you feel. In extremely cold weather, especially with a high wind chill factor, you can quickly experience the onset of hypothermia. Falling into cold water can also result in immersion hypothermia.
Some cold-related illnesses include:
- hypothermia
- frostbite
- trench foot (or “immersion foot”)
- chilblains
- Raynaud’s phenomenon
- cold-induced hives
In addition to these illnesses, winter weather can cause major inconveniences for travelers.
Always be prepared to deal with heavy snow and extreme cold, whether you’re on the road or at home.
Symptoms
When your body first drops below 98.6˚F (37˚C), you may experience:
- shivering
- an increased heart rate
- a slight decrease in coordination
- an increased urge to urinate
When your body temperature is between 91.4˚ and 85.2˚F (33˚ and 30˚C), you’ll:
- decrease or stop shivering
- fall into a stupor
- feel drowsy
- be unable to walk
- experience quick alternations between rapid heart rate and breathing too slowly
- shallow breathing
Between 85.2˚ and 71.6˚F (30˚C and 22˚C), you’ll experience:
- minimal breathing
- poor to no reflexes
- inability to move or respond to stimuli
- low blood pressure
- possibly coma
A body temperature below 71.6˚F (22˚C) can result in muscles becoming rigid, blood pressure becoming extremely low or even absent, heart and breathing rates decreasing, and it can ultimately lead to death.
Treatment
If someone passes out, shows multiple symptoms listed above, and has a body temperature of 95˚F (35˚C) or lower, call 911 immediately. Perform CPR if the person isn’t breathing or doesn’t have a pulse.
To treat hypothermia, get out of the cold as soon as possible and to a warmer environment. Remove any damp or wet clothing and start warming up the middle areas of your body, including your head, neck, and chest, with a heating pad or against the skin of someone with a normal body temperature. Drink something warm to gradually increase your body temperature, but don’t have anything alcoholic.
Even after you begin to feel warm again, stay dry and keep yourself wrapped up in a warm blanket. Seek medical help right away to minimize the harm to your body.
To treat frostbite, soak the affected area in warm water no hotter than 105˚F (40˚C) and wrap it in gauze. Keep any toes or fingers affected by frostbite separated from each other to avoid rubbing the areas against each other.
Do not rub, use, or walk on frostbitten skin, as this can cause tissue damage. See your doctor if you still can’t feel anything on your frostbitten skin after 30 minutes.
Prevention
It’s essential to protect anyone experiencing early symptoms of hypothermia. If possible, remove them from the cold immediately. Don’t try to warm a person suffering from serious hypothermia with vigorous exercise or rubbing, as this can lead to further problems.
To prevent cold-related illness, take one or more of these measures when the temperature starts to drop:
- eat substantial meals regularly and drink plenty of water
- avoid drinks with alcohol or caffeine
- remain inside near a source of heat
- wear a hat, beanie, or something similar on your head to retain heat and gloves or mittens on your hands
- wear multiple layers of clothing
- use lotion and lip balm to prevent dryness of your skin and lips
- bring extra clothes to change into in case you get damp or wet
- wear sunglasses when it’s snowing or extremely bright outside to avoid snow blindness
Risk factors
Common risk factors for hypothermia and frostbite include:
- being younger than 4 or older than 65
- consuming alcohol, caffeine, or tobacco
- being dehydrated
- exposing skin to extremely cold temperatures, especially when exercising and sweating
- becoming damp or wet in cold temperatures
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Heat Tracker: Dangerous Temperatures Expected Across Texas and the South
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Dangerous levels of heat are forecast in the South, West and Northeast on Monday, according to data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
See temperatures on this page as:
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Feels like 80°-90°
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A map showing the highest forecast heat index level in the contiguous United States on Monday.
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Map shows the highest forecast heat index level on Monday.
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About 57.4 million people — 17 percent of the population of the contiguous United States — live in the areas expected to have dangerous levels of heat.
The heat index is a measure of how hot it really feels outside, taking into account humidity along with temperature. The measurement is used to indicate when the level of heat is dangerous for the human body while in the shade. When out in the sun, a person could perceive that temperature as being higher by up to 15 degrees Fahrenheit (8.
3 degrees Celsius).
Risks associated with heat index levels
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Heat cramps or heat exhaustion is likely. After long exposure or exercise, heat stroke is also possible.
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Extreme Danger
Heat stroke is highly likely.
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Risk level definitions are from NOAA.
Hundreds of people die from extreme heat in the United States every year. On hot days, the National Weather Service recommends that people drink fluids, stay in cooler rooms, keep out of the sun and check up on relatives and neighbors, especially older people and those who live alone.
How hot will it feel in your area?
Look up the coming week’s forecast for places across the country, and see the heat index forecast in or near your city or town.
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Over the next week in {city_name}, the highest heat index forecast is {weekly_max_temp} degrees {temp_unit} on {weekly_max_day}. Compared with today, forecasts show that the heat index will be {week_outlook}.
Heat forecasts in major cities
During this weeklong period, 66 major cities are forecast, as of Monday, to have dangerous levels of heat on one or more days.
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Values shown represent the highest forecast heat index level for each day. Forecast data is as of 8:44 a.m. on July 3, 2023.
The week ahead across the nation
While next-day forecasts can be quite accurate, forecasts become less reliable the further into the future they predict. Over the next week, dangerous levels of heat are expected in the South, Midwest and West.
Heat index forecast for the next six days
Maps show the highest level forecast each day.
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Summer temperatures have become hotter and more extreme in recent decades, and the health effects of extreme heat can be severe.
Methodology
Maps on this page are as of 8:44 a.m. on July 3, 2023, using data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. All data shown are forecasts, including maps for the date of publication.
The highest forecast heat index is calculated using all available hourly forecasts for each day published by the NOAA. For some days further in the future, forecasts are published only every three or six hours. This means that the highest forecast heat index numbers are more accurate for the most recent maps.
Population calculations are based on census tract population centers from the U.S. Census Bureau. Tracts are determined to be at risk of dangerous heat if the population center of the tract is forecast to be exposed to a heat index of 103 degrees Fahrenheit or more.
Model List and Criteria for Hazardous Meteorological Phenomena
Model List and Criteria for Hazardous Meteorological Phenomena
significant damage to sectors of the economy.
Based on the typical (exemplary) list of hazards below, the territorial departments of the hydrometeorological service (UGMS) compile a list of hazards adjusted to local specifics for their service area.
Name of OY | Characteristics and criteria or definition of HE |
A.1 Very strong wind | Wind when reaching a speed with gusts of at least 25 m/s, or an average speed of at least 20 m/s; on the coasts of the seas and in mountainous areas 35 m/s or an average speed of at least 30 m/s |
A.2 Hurricane wind (hurricane) | Wind at a speed of 33 m/s or more |
A.3 Flurry | Sudden short-term (within several minutes, but not less than 1 min) wind increase up to 25 m/s and more |
A.4 Tornado | Strong small-scale vortex in the form of a column or funnel directed from the cloud to the underlying surface |
A. | Heavy rain showers with at least 30 mm of precipitation over a period of not more than 1 hour |
A.6 Very heavy rain (very heavy sleet, very heavy sleet, very heavy snow with rain) | Rainfall, heavy rain, rain with snow, sleet with a quantity of at least 50 mm, in rainy (mudflow) mountainous areas – at least 30 mm for a period of time not more than 12 hours |
A.7 Very heavy snow | Snowfall, shower snow with an amount of at least 20 mm for a period of time not more than 12 hours |
A.8 Continuous heavy rain | Rain with short breaks (not more than 1 hour) with a rainfall of at least 100 mm (in rainy areas with a rainfall of at least 60 mm) over a period of more than 12 hours but less than 48 hours, or 120 mm over a period of more than 2 day |
A. | Hailstones with a diameter of 20 mm or more |
A.10 Heavy snowstorm | The transport of snow from the underlying surface (often accompanied by snowfall from clouds) by strong (with an average speed of at least 15 m/s) and with a meteorological visibility range of not more than 500 m for a duration of at least 12 hours |
A.11 Heavy dusty (sand) storm | Carrying of dust (sand) by strong (at an average speed of at least 15 m/s) wind and with a meteorological visibility range of not more than 500 m for a duration of at least 12 hours |
A.12 Heavy fog (heavy mist) | Severe turbidity of the air due to the accumulation of the smallest particles of water (dust, combustion products), in which the value of the meteorological visibility range is not more than 50 m for a duration of at least 12 hours |
A. | Wire deposit diameter: ice – not less than 20 mm in diameter; complex deposits or wet (freezing) snow – with a diameter of at least 35 mm; rime – deposit diameter not less than 50 mm |
A.14 Severe frost | In the period from November to March, the value of the minimum air temperature reaches the dangerous value established for the given territory or below it |
A.15 Extremely cold weather | In the period from October to March for 5 days or more, the value of the average daily air temperature is below the climatic norm by 7 °C or more |
A.16 Extreme heat | In the period from May to August, the value of the maximum air temperature reaches or exceeds the value set for the given territory. |
A.17 Frost | Decrease in temperature of air and/or soil surface (grass stand) to values below 0°C against the background of positive average daily air temperatures during periods of active vegetation of crops or harvesting, leading to their damage, as well as to partial or complete loss of crops |
A.18 Extremely hot weather | In the period from April to September for 5 days or more, the value of the average daily air temperature is above the climatic norm by 7 °C or more |
A.19 Extreme fire hazard | Fire hazard indicator refers to the 5th class (10,000 °C according to Nesterov’s formula) |
5 Heavy rainfall
9 Large hail
13 Heavy ice-hoar frost deposits
unfavorable meteorological phenomena include meteorological phenomena, which by their characteristics (intensity, duration) do not reach the criteria of an OH, but significantly impede the activity of certain sectors of the economy.
Source: Manual on Short-range Weather Forecasts (RD 52.27.724 – 2019)
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Energy of open flames, metal splashes, sparks and splashes of molten metal and metal scale
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Sleeves
12 pairs
Special footwear for protection against short-term exposure to open flames and against contact with heated surfaces
Boots
Half boots
Boots
1 pair
Personal protective equipment head: headgear for protection against short-term exposure to open flames
Balaclava
1 pc. for 2 years
Helmet
Hat
1 pc. for 2 years
Head protection for heat protection
Protective helmet
+150 °C
1 pc. for 2 years
Personal protective equipment for the face against thermal radiation
Face shield
1 pc.
4.4.2
Burn of the cornea of an employee’s eye with hot liquids and gases, as well as thermal radiation and exposure to open flames
Personal protective equipment for the face against thermal radiation
Goggles
1 pc.
Protective shield
1 pc.
4.4.3
Burns of the skin and mucous membranes of a worker from exposure to sparks and splashes of molten metal and scale
Special clothing for protection against sparks and splashes of molten metal, scale
Suit
1 pc.
Coverall according to protection classes
1 pc.
By protection class
Apron for protection against sparks and splashes of molten metal, scale
1 pc.
Special footwear for protection of sparks and splashes of molten metal, scale
Boots
Half boots
Boots
1 pair
Personal protective equipment for protection against sparks and splashes of molten metal, scale
Gloves
Mittens
12 pairs
Sleeves
12 pairs
Personal head protection: headgear to protect against sparks and splashes of molten metal, scale
Balaclava
1 pc.
Drape
1 pc.
Helmet
1 pc.
Personal protective equipment for eyes and face against splashes of molten metal and hot particles
Goggles
Protective shield
defined by manufacturer’s documents
including with automatic filter
4.4.4
Burns of the skin and mucous membranes of a worker due to a splash of molten metal
Molten metal splash clothing
Suit
Raincoat
1 pc.
Overalls
1 pc.
Raincoat
1 pc.
Molten Splash Drape
1 pc.
Molten metal splash protection for hands
Gloves
Mittens
12 pairs
Molten Splash Sleeves
12 pairs
Special footwear for protection against contact with heated surfaces
Low shoes
Boots
Half boots
Boots
1 pair
Head protection for heat protection
Protective helmet
+150 °C
1 pc. for 2 years
Personal protective equipment for eyes and face against splashes of molten metal and hot particles
Goggles Protective visor
defined by manufacturer’s documents
including with automatic filter
4.
4.5
Other hazardous burn events
In case of identification of other hazards at the workplace, the employee is provided with personal protective equipment necessary to protect against the identified hazards. The nomenclature, quantity and terms of wear are determined by the employer in accordance with the Rules and on the basis of the manufacturer’s regulatory and technical documentation
4.5
Chilled surface, chilled liquid or gas
4.5.1
Frostbite of the soft tissues of a worker due to contact with a surface having a low temperature, with a cooled liquid or gas
Personal protective equipment for hands to protect against contact with chilled surfaces
Gloves
Mittens
12 pairs
Leg protection for cold surfaces
Knee pads
defined by manufacturer’s documents
Special rubber or plastic shoes) for protection against water
Galoshes
Half boots
Boots
1 pair
or
Special footwear for protection against water and solutions of non-toxic substances
Boots
Half boots
Boots
1 pair
4.
6
Other high and low temperature hazards
In case of identification of other hazards at the workplace, the employee is provided with personal protective equipment necessary to protect against the identified hazards. The nomenclature, quantity and terms of wear are determined by the employer in accordance with the Rules and on the basis of the manufacturer’s regulatory and technical documentation
4.7
Low ambient temperature in the working area, including climate-related
4.7.1
Worker colds due to exposure to low air temperature, frostbite of soft tissues, including soft tissues of the limbs
Special clothing for protection against low temperatures, low temperatures and wind
Suit/set (including separate items: jacket, trousers, semi-overalls, vest)
According to climatic zones and protection classes
Overalls
According to climatic zones and protection classes
Special insulated underwear (insulated underpants/knickers, sweatshirt, insulated)
2 pcs.
or
Special thermal underwear (underpants/knickers, jersey)
2 pcs.
Hosiery
12 pairs
Special footwear for protection against low temperatures
Boots
Half boots
Boots
according to climatic zones
Footwear, felted
for climatic zones for climatic zones
Fur boots (boots)
Cold weather hand protection
Gloves
Mittens for climatic zones
4 pairs
Fur mittens
1 pair for 2 years
Personal head protection: cold weather headgear
Balaclava
1 pc.
Fur balaclava
1 pc. for 3 years
According to climatic zones
Hat
1 pc.
Helmet
1 pc.
4.8
High ambient temperature, in the working area, including climate-related
4.8.1
Heat stroke during prolonged exposure to the open air with direct exposure to the sun’s rays on the unprotected surface of the head
Special clothing for protection against general industrial pollution
Suit (including separate items: jacket, trousers, semi-overalls)
1 pc.
Suit (including separate items: shirt, shirt, skirt)
1 pc.
1 pc.
Overalls
1 pc.
light
Robe
1 pc.
light
1 pc.
Special footwear for protection against general industrial pollution
Low shoes (also with perforations) Low shoes
1 pair
Shoes (sabo)
1 pair
Personal protective equipment head: headgear for protection against general industrial pollution
Cap
Baseball cap
Cap
Visor
Scarf
Cap
1 pc.
4.8.2
Heat stroke from prolonged exposure to high air temperature;
heat stroke during long stay in a room with high air temperature;
Clothing for protection against thermal radiation
Suit
1 pc.
Overalls
1 pc.
or
Raincoat
1 pc.
Radiant heat hand protection
Gloves
Mittens
12 pairs
Radiant Heat Sleeves
12 pairs
Special footwear for protection against contact with heated surfaces
Low shoes
Boots
Half boots
Boots
1 pair
Radiant heat headgear
Helmet
1 pc.
Balaclava
Hat
1 pc.
Personal protective equipment for the face against thermal radiation
Shield
1 pc.
4.9
High ambient humidity in the work area, including climate related
4.9.1
Exposure to moisture in the form of fog, dew, precipitation, condensation, jets and drops of liquid
Protective clothing against water
Coat
short coat
raincoat
1 pc. for 2 years
Windbreaker or cape
1 pc. for 2 years
Suit, including separate items: jacket, trousers, semi-overalls according to protection classes
Overalls
1 pc. for 2 years
according to protection classes
Personal protective equipment for hands to protect against water and solutions of non-toxic substances
Gloves
Mittens
6 pairs
Sleeves
defined by manufacturer’s documents
Waterproof
Special footwear made of rubber or plastic materials to protect against water
Galoshes
Half boots
Boots
1 pair
or
Special footwear for protection against water and solutions of non-toxic substances
Boots
Low boots
Boots
1 pair
4.
10
Low ambient temperature and wind in the workplace
4.10.1
Illness of a worker due to exposure to air movement and/or low temperature
Special clothing for protection against low temperatures and wind
Suit (including separate items: jacket, trousers, semi-overalls, vest)
1 pc.
Overalls
1 pc.
1 pc.
Protective clothing against cold environment and wind
or
Suit (including separate items: jacket, trousers, semi-overalls, vest)
1 pc.
according to climatic zones and protection classes
Personal head protection: cold weather headgear
Balaclava
1 pc.
Hat
or
Helmet
1 pc.
according to climatic zones
according to climatic zones
1 pc.
Dermatological personal protective equipment of a protective type means for negative environmental influences from exposure to low temperatures, wind
Cream
Lotion
Gel
Spray
600 ml.
Dermatological personal protective equipment regenerating (repairing) type
Cream
Lotion
Gel
Spray
600 ml.
4.10.2
Other hazardous events related to the climate in the work area
In case of identification of other hazards at the workplace, the employee is provided with personal protective equipment necessary to protect against the identified hazards.