A good part of our territory is in alert for snow, rain, avalanches and wind gusts up to 100 kilometers per hour, to the point that the red alert has been decreed for snowfall in Navarra, with significant risk in places such as Huesca, Lleida, Castellón or Girona.
Finally it shows that we are in winter and I appreciate the fresh morning in my skin, although I know that we must take special precautions to protect the health of the whole family. We are not facing a wave of Siberian cold, as happened last year, but it was over (even for a few days) to go without a thick sweater and with the jacket unbuttoned.
Special care for families with children
That it is cold does not mean that we should hide at home (although inside it is very good right?), but we need to warm the kids before letting them go out and play with the snow, yes: we will not risk having hypothermia, preventing babies and young children from being outdoors for a long time. We will pay special attention to wearing warm long-sleeved underwear, and providing them with mittens or gloves that are comfortable to wear.
A good hat that covers up to the ears takes care of the head of the smallest (or hat + earmuffs), and in the same way that we cover the upper part of the body, we must do it with the feet: thick socks (or two pairs of the others), plus good shoes with thick soles to insulate from cold and moisture. If it rains or snows continuously our children will need rubber boots, if they leave when there is no rainfall, it may be enough with some hiking boots.
It's very important prevent cold air from entering the airways using scarves or special outerwear that allows you to cover your neck, mouth and nose. Wool or fleece sweater over the shirt, and a good jacket, just prepared the little ones to enjoy the cold without risks.
The cold and heat are necessary for Nature to fulfill its functions, but we must pay attention to the civil protection recommendations or the AEMET, which can give us important notices. Among other advice given in these cases, is to not take the car unless it is necessary, much less if we take children with us.
Protection also inside the house
When we get home we want to be warm and comfortable, but It is not advisable to overheat the home, and it should be well ventilated (even if we are at two degrees).
When it is colder it is when we must take special care to adjust the closing of windows and doors (for us and to save energy). Coal, electric and gas stoves cannot be close to curtains, curtains or household linen, and we will not let children play near them, or climb on them to warm up.
Coal, wood or gas heating systems can cause poisoningThat is why we must seek air renewal.
With these tips, it is certain that the cold becomes more bearable, in addition - after all - we will not be like in Romania that in this winter they have three snowstorms, or as in Ukraine they are seven degrees below zero. If even a cold front arrived in Mexico!
