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极寒
在极端寒冷的情况下,低体温症、冻伤、滑倒、跌倒、一氧化碳中毒和潜在的死亡风险会增加。冬季天气会影响每个人的健康,因此请务必做好准备并采取必要措施确保您自己、家人和社区的安全。
冬季的健康问题
在冬季天气条件下,低体温症、冻伤、滑倒、跌倒、一氧化碳中毒和潜在的死亡风险会增加。冬季天气对健康的影响可能会影响到任何人,因此请做好准备并在必要时采取行动。
滑倒和跌倒
在冰雪天气期间,户外滑倒和跌倒的风险更大。在此期间,因滑倒而前往急诊部或住院的人数可能会增加。每个人,无论年龄和能力,都可能面临跌倒的风险。通过正确的工具和准备,跌倒是可以预防的。
有关避免滑倒和跌倒的提示
- 提前计划,以便您有足够的时间到达目的地。
- 如果地面有冰雪,请在清理过的人行道上行走。
- 穿合脚且具有厚实防滑底的靴子或鞋子。
- 使用拐杖、滑雪杖或手杖来帮助保持平衡。如果使用拐杖,请在末端安装可伸缩的防滑钉。
- 在滑溜的表面上,脚趾稍微向外,进行短距离的拖步(就像企鹅那样)。观看此冬季步行视频,了解更多相关提示。
一氧化碳中毒
在冬季,一氧化碳 (monoxide, CO) 中毒可能会更频繁地发生,因为一些供暖系统燃烧燃料来保持空间温暖(例如燃气供暖、木材或木炭炉、油汀、煤油炉)。当人们吸入过多一氧化碳时,就会发生一氧化碳中毒,当电器发生故障或在通风不良的空间(例如,烟囱堵塞、窗户关闭或在帐篷内)使用时,就会发生一氧化碳中毒。一氧化碳无色、无嗅、无味,但它可以在几分钟内致命。
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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.
冬季天气警报
- 当风速和温度的组合导致零下 20°C 及以下的风寒,且持续 6 小时或更长时间时,卑诗省沿岸地区将发布北极外流警报。
- 当气温或风寒预计将达到零下 35°C 并持续至少 2 小时时,卑诗省沿岸地区将发布极寒警报。
- 当 12 小时或更短时间内降雪 10 厘米或以上时,卑诗省南部和中部沿岸地区将发布降雪警报;或 6 小时或更短时间内降雪 5 厘米或以上。
- 冬季风暴警报会在预期出现严重和潜在危险的冬季天气条件时发布,包括:特大雪(24 小时内降雪 25 厘米或以上)和大雪(降雪警报标准量),伴随其他寒冷天气降水类型,如冻雨、强风、风吹雪和/或极寒。
- 当气温急剧下降导致融雪或落雨中的残留水结冰,预计大部分地区的道路、人行道或其他表面将形成大量冰时,就会发布急冻警报。
有关卑诗省公共天气警报的更多信息,请浏览加拿大环境与气候变化部的资源:
- 卑诗省在线公共天气警示(已翻译)
- WeatherCAN 应用程序(已翻译)
- Hello Weather – 自动电话预报和天气警示(已翻译)
其他冬季天气资源
检查社交媒体网页以获取更新以及您当地的新服务。
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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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