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DALLAS, Jan. 31 (UPI) -- An emergency room physician in Dallas warns people never to leave the house in winter without proper clothing even if spending only a few minutes outdoors.
Dr. Paul Pepe, chairman of emergency medicine at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, said those going from the garage at home and traveling by car to the parking garage at work -- so they never really have to go outdoors -- may think it's unnecessary to bring a coat. But Pepe says it's "not a good idea" to go without.
"You should always be prepared to spend an hour in the cold whenever you leave the house," Pepe said in a statement. "What would you do if you had car trouble or got into an accident? Being unprepared for the cold could leave you at risk for hypothermia, which can be deadly."
It's a good idea to keep some blankets, a flashlight, boots, gloves, a scarf and some water in your car so you'll be prepared for cold-weather emergencies, he said.
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