Tips for staying safe in extreme cold

BUFFALO, N.Y. (WIVB) – With dangerously cold windchill temperatures expected for Friday into the weekend, the Erie County Department of Health is reminding WNY residents to keep safe from the cold.
“Heat leaves your body more rapidly in severe cold, particularly as wind speed increases. If at all possible, try to stay indoors,” the health department warns. Trips outside should be kept as brief as possible.
Here are some additional tips from ECDOH on staying safe in dangero