Hypothermia Part 3 – Hypothermia Causes
In my previous articles about hypothermia I explained about Hypothermia, its prevention methods, and also about hypothermia stages.
In this article I am writing about what can cause hypothermia. And also take into account that these causes combined together can be even more powerful cause of hypothermia.
1. Wind. Strong wind can take much of the body heat.
2. Cold. In New Zealand temperature may drop suddenly. Temperature also drops with increased altitude.
3. Wet clothing. Dry clothing insulates your body from the surroundings much better than wet clothing.
4. Injury. Injury may increase the risk of hypothermia.
5. Anxiety.
6. Fatigue. If a person not fit enough for the trip or carries too much weight on him it may highly increase the chances of getting hypothermia.
7. Recent Illness. If a person was sick prior to going on a tramp it will increase the chances of getting hypothermia. Flu is especially dangerous.
8. Insufficient Food. Not enough food, person eats not often enough, person eats the wrong kind of food.
Keep all these causes in mind when judging serious situations during your hikes. In my next and last article in the series about hypothermia I will talk about dealing with hypothermia
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