It can get very cold during the winter months in northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin, but not too often do we get ...

FOOTHILLS—As winter temperatures drop across the area, local officials are urging pet owners to take extra precautions to protect animals from cold-related stress and injury. Polk County Animal ...

Extreme cold weather poses a risk for many domestic pets and even livestock. Here are some tips for pet owners to keep in mind when cold air becomes dangerous.

As we deal with this extremely cold weather, health experts say the head, fingers, ears, and toes are the most affected body parts in frigid weather. If someone is mumbling, stumbling, or fumbling, it ...

Cold stress goes deeper than frostbite. For lone workers, prolonged exposure can impair physical and cognitive performance—creating hidden safety risks when no one is there to help. The occupational ...

From icy walkways to cold stress and equipment failures, winter brings unique challenges to every jobsite. Knowing the hazards before work begins helps crews stay safe, productive and prepared for the ...

Cold weather does not cause most tree-stand falls, but it quietly amplifies every mistake you make once your boots leave the ground. Numb fingers, icy rungs, and bulky layers turn small slips into ...