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극한의 추위
극심한 추위에서는 저체온증, 동상, 미끄러짐, 낙상, 일산화탄소 중독 및 사망 위험이 증가합니다. 겨울철 날씨는 모든 사람의 건강에 영향을 미칠 수 있으므로, 자신과 가족, 지역사회의 안전을 지키기 위한 준비와 필요한 조치를 취하세요.
겨울철 날씨에 생길 수 있는 건강 문제
겨울철에는 저체온증, 동상, 미끄러짐, 낙상, 일산화탄소 중독 및 사망 위험이 증가합니다. 겨울철 날씨는 누구에게나 건강상의 영향을 미칠 수 있으므로 미리 대비하고 필요한 경우 조치를 취하세요.
미끄러짐과 낙상
눈과 얼음이 있는 계절에는 실외에서 미끄러지거나 넘어질 위험이 더 큽니다. 이러한 계절에는 미끄러짐과 낙상으로 인해 응급실을 방문하거나 입원하는 사람들이 증가할 수 있습니다. 나이와 몸상태에 관계없이 모든 사람이 낙상의 위험에 처할 수 있습니다. 올바른 도구와 준비만 있으면 낙상을 예방할 수 있습니다.
미끄러짐과 낙상 방지 정보
- • 목적지에 도착할 시간이 충분하도록 미리 계획하세요.
- • 지면에 얼음과 눈이 있는 경우 깨끗이 치워진 보도로 걸으세요.
- • 발에 잘 맞고 두꺼운 미끄럼 방지 밑창이 있는 부츠나 신발을 신으세요.
- • 지팡이나 스키폴 또는 산책 스틱을 사용해서 균형을 잡으세요. 지팡이를 사용하는 경우 접어 넣을 수 있는 송곳쇠를 끝에 달아주세요.
- • (펭귄처럼) 미끄러운 표면에서 발가락을 약간 바깥쪽으로 향하게 하여 발을 끌면서 천천히 걸어보세요. 겨울에 걷는법 비디오에는 더 많은 정보가 있습니다.
일산화탄소 (CO) 중독
겨울철에는 일부 난방 시스템이 연료를 태워 공간을 따뜻하게 유지하기 때문에 일산화탄소 중독이 더 자주 발생할 수 있습니다 (예: 가스 난방, 나무 또는 숯 난로, 기름, 등유). 일산화탄소 중독은 일산화탄소를 너무 많이 흡입했을 때 발생하며, 가전 제품이 오작동하거나 환기가 잘 되지 않는 공간(예: 막힌 굴뚝, 닫힌 창문 또는 텐트 내부)에서 사용할 때 발생할 수 있습니다. 일산화탄소는 보이지도, 냄새를 맡을 수도, 맛을 볼 수도 없지만 몇 분 안에 치명적인 결과를 초래할 수 있습니다.
일산화탄소 중독 증상 및 예방 요령 알아보기 (헬스링크 BC (HealthLink BC))
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At home
- Heat your home to at least 21℃ if infants or elderly people are present. During winter months, heating costs may increase. If you have difficulty paying for heat, consider exploring BC Hydro’s Energy Conservation Assistance Program and check if your city or town has a rent bank.
- Make a plan and prepare your home for winter hazards in your area. See the PreparedBC Guides for Winter Weather and Storms, Power Outages, Floods, Avalanches and other BC hazards.
- Build an emergency kit and restock it after each use. See the PreparedBC Home Preparedness Guide.
- Maintain public spaces outside of your home, including sidewalks and parking areas, as safe pathways for everyone's mobility.
- Learn snow shovelling tips to prevent injuries.
- Some communities have Snow Angels / Snow Stars programs to assist seniors or people with disabilities to clear snow off walkways. This can decrease injury risk and support people's mobility. Volunteers are always needed! Contact your local government or First Nation for more information.
- During winter, carbon monoxide poisoning may occur more frequently as some heating systems burn fuel to keep spaces warm (e.g. gas heating, wood or charcoal stoves, oil, kerosene). Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when people inhale too much carbon monoxide and can happen when appliances malfunction or are used in spaces without adequate ventilation (e.g., blocked chimneys, closed windows, or inside a tent). You cannot see, smell or taste carbon monoxide, but it can be deadly in minutes.
Learn the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning and prevention tips (HealthLink BC)
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Getting around outside
- Check the weather report before going outside. Plan a safe route with extra time to navigate winter conditions.
- Dress for winter weather:
- Wear layers, preferably with a waterproof or windproof outer layer. Take off layers as you heat up to avoid sweating. The risk of hypothermia increases when you or your clothes are wet.
- Choose wool or synthetic clothing, which keeps people warmer and dryer than cotton.
- Depending on the temperature and wind (wind chill), exposed skin can freeze in minutes. Wear a hat, scarf, mittens or gloves.
- Use boots or shoes that fit well, are insulated, waterproof, and have good traction. Consider wearing traction devices on footwear, but remember that they can be slippery on smooth surfaces like tiles.
- Wear bright and reflective clothing so vehicles can see you in the dark. Drivers should proceed cautiously, and visibility can increase safety for people walking, rolling or biking.
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Avoiding slips and falls
- Plan ahead so you have enough time to get where you're going.
- Walk on cleared walkways if there is ice and snow on the ground.
- Use boots or shoes that fit well and have a thick, non-slip tread sole.
- Use a cane, ski poles or walking sticks to help with balance. If using a cane, attach a retractable ice pick to the end.
- Take short shuffling steps with your toes pointed slightly outward on slippery surfaces (like a penguin). Watch this winter walking video for more tips.
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Driving
- Plan travel routes ahead of time so you have enough time to get where you’re going.
- Learn how to prepare your vehicle for winter driving. Check the snow tire and chain requirements for your area.
- Monitor up-to-date information on weather and transportation at Drive BC. You can also call toll-free 1-800-550-4997 for B.C. road information 24 hours a day.
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During winter storms and extreme cold
- Check weather advisories from Environment and Climate Change Canada and emergency alerts from Emergency Info BC.
- Contact your Local Government or First Nation for community support.
- Know where to go for the right healthcare during winter months.
- Consider rescheduling activities or limiting time outdoors during colder temperatures.
- Check-in on your neighbours, friends and family, especially older adults or people with disabilities who live alone. Make sure they are keeping warm and check if they need supplies, transportation, assistance clearing snow or other support.
Mental health and substance use
For many, winter can take a toll on physical and mental health and well-being. Don’t hesitate to get help when you need it. If you are struggling, there are supports available.
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Mental health and substance use
Mental health and substance use services are available to provide support, serv…
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Harm reduction
Keeping individuals and communities safe and healthy by preventing infections, …
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Supervised Consumption and Overdose Prevention Sites
Supervised consumption and overdose prevention sites are safe spaces where team…
Local weather, shelter, and emergency information
During winter weather events, local governments, First Nations, and non-governmental organizations in the Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) region operate shelters or encourage people to use other public spaces (like libraries and community centres) to safely warm up and avoid exposure to the cold. Some spaces are open overnight, and others are available during the day. More spaces may be added during a weather alert, when risk increases due to cold, wind and/or precipitation.
Many local governments and First Nations post updated information on their social media pages about warming centres or temporary shelters activated during winter weather warnings.
Shelter options may change quickly based on the current weather conditions and capacity. Confirm with organizations directly if services or spaces are currently available.
Learn where to find shelter, weather, and emergency information
Winter weather warnings
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Arctic outflow warnings
Issued for Coastal British Columbia regions when any combination of wind speed and temperature gives a wind chill of -20°C or lower for 6 hours or more.
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Extreme cold warnings
Issued for Coastal British Columbia when temperature or wind chills are expected to reach -35°C for at least 2 hours.
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Snowfall warnings
Issued for Southern and Central Coastal British Columbia when 10 centimeters or more of snow falls within 12 hours or less; or when 5 centimeters or more of snow falls within 6 hours or less.
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Winter storm warnings
Issued for when severe and potentially dangerous winter weather conditions are expected, including: a major snowfall (25 centimeters or more within a 24 hour period) and a significant snowfall (snowfall warning criteria amounts) combined with other cold weather precipitation types such as freezing rain, strong winds, blowing snow and/or extreme cold.
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Flash freeze warnings
Issued when significant ice is expected to form on roads, sidewalks or other surfaces over much of a region because of the freezing of residual water from either melted snow or falling/fallen rain due to a rapid drop in temperatures.
겨울 날씨 경고
- • 북극 한파 경보는 풍속과 온도의 조합으로 체감온도가 -20°C 이하로 6시간 이상 지속될 때 브리티시 컬럼비아 코스트 지역에 발령됩니다.
- • 브리티시 컬럼비아 코스트(Coastal Britishi Columbia) 지역에는 기온 또는 체감온도가 최소 2시간 동안 -35°C에 도달할 것으로 예상되는 경우 극한 추위 경보가 발령됩니다.
- • 브리티시 컬럼비아 코스트 남부 및 중부 지역(Southern and Central Coastal British Columbia)에 12시간 이내에 적설량이 10cm 이상이거나, 6시간 이내에 5cm 이상일 경우, 강설 경보가 발령됩니다.
- • 겨울 폭풍 경보는 심각하고 잠재적으로 위험한 겨울 기상 조건이 예상될 때 발령됩니다. 여기에는 큰 강설량 (24시간 내에 25cm 이상) 과 상당한 강설량 (강설 경보 기준량)이 우빙, 강풍, 폭설 및/또는 극한 추위와 같은 다른 추운 날씨의 강설과 혼합되었을 때가 포함됩니다.
- • 돌발 동결 경보는 급격한 기온 저하로 인해 녹은 눈이나 내린 비로 인해 표면에 잔류한 물이 얼어서 많은 지역의 도로, 보도 또는 기타 표면에 상당한 얼음이 형성될 것으로 예상될 때 발행됩니다.
BC주의 공공 기상경보에 대한 자세한 내용은 아래 캐나다 환경기후변화부(Environment and Climate Change Canada) 정보를 참조하십시오.
• BC주 온라인 공공 기상경보 (번역판)
• 웨더캔 (WeatherCAN) 앱 (번역판)
겨울 날씨 추가 자료
소셜 미디어 페이지에서 해당 지역의 업데이트 및 새로운 서비스를 확인하세요.
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HealthLinkBC
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Health Canada
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Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety
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Toward the Heart
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Ontario Harm Reduction Distribution Program
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Drive BC
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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Province of BC
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PreparedBC
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Technical Safety BC
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City of Vancouver - Translated
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City of Richmond – Translated
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City of North Vancouver
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City of North Vancouver
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District of North Vancouver
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District of West Vancouver
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North Shore Emergency Management
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Bowen Island Municipality
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The Village of Lions Bay
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District of Squamish
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Town of Gibsons
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District of Sechelt
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City of Powell River
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