Five Signs of Hypothermia and Frostbite Published Dec. 26, 2013 By Staff Sgt. Candice C. Page Headquarters Air Combat Command Public Affairs LANGLEY AFB, Va., -- Adult Hypothermia Signs - Uncontrollable shivering - Exhaustion - Confusion, drowsiness - Memory loss - Slurred speech Infant Hypothermia Signs - Bright red, cold skin - Very low energy In the U.S., approximately 700 deaths occur each year from hypothermia, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Hypothermia happens when the body temperature drops to 95 degrees or less and can be fatal if not detected promptly or treated properly. Signs of Frostbite - Experience a loss of feeling and color in extremities - Redness and pain on the skin - White or greyish-yellow skin area can develop - Skin can begin to feel firm or waxy - Numbness Frostbite is a dangerous injury, it occurs when the body freezes in extreme cold-weather. The CDC suggests seeking emergency medical attention immediately when experiencing any signs of frostbite or hypothermia. If medical care is unavailable get into a warm room, remove wet clothing, and immerse the area into warm water or warm using body heat. Avoid heating pads, heat lamps, stoves, fireplaces and radiators to prevent burning the affected area. Wearing warm clothes, multi-layered clothing, gloves, a hat or hood and staying dry can help prevent hypothermia and frostbite. The CDC recommends taking preventive measures as a defense against extreme cold-weather. Being prepared and observing safety precautions can reduce the risk of health problems. For more information and winter safety tips please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website: http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/winter/.