BOATsmart! Base de connaissances du Canada
Module 07 - Emergency Preparedness
Hypothermia and Cold Water Immersion
Hypothermia is a drop in core body temperature, caused by prolonged exposure to abnormally low temperatures. Hypothermia can be caused by:
- Immersion in cold water
- Exposure to cold air and wind while in water-soaked clothing
- Prolonged exposure to low water and air temperatures
- Hypothermia sets in when core body temperature drops below 35.0° Celsius
