The Hypothermia Watch Partner Program provides emergency shelter between November 1st and March 31st each year, and is also available during Hypothermia Alerts that are based on the National Weather Service forecasts.

 

The hypothermia season begins November 1 and ends March 31. Hypothermia is a potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when a person's internal body temperature is less than 95 degrees Fahrenheit; Normal body temperature is about 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit. When hypothermia occurs, the body loses heat faster than it is able to produce heat.

More hypothermia information:  

 

Causes of Hypothermia	Symptoms
Exposure to cold temperatures Prolonged exposure to cool or damp temperatures Inadequate protective clothing	Uncontrolled shivering Fatigue or exhaustion Slurred speech Disorientation Slowed breathing Cold and pale skin Loss of muscle coordination