Bears fans bracing for frigid temperatures at Soldier Field on Sunday night. Temperatures are expected to plummet into the teens, with wind chills near zero if an arctic cold front arrives early. Health risks lurk for those exposed to the extreme weather.
To stay warm, wear layers – multiple layers that can be adjusted depending on your comfort level. Dave Miska, studio operations manager at WBEZ, notes, "You can always peel off clothing if you're too warm." Others have found creative solutions, such as wearing latex gloves under normal gloves to retain heat in your hands.
When the ground beneath your feet is cold and unforgiving, an empty pizza box can be a lifesaver. No longer allowed inside the stadium due to health concerns, fans have adapted by purchasing pizzas at the venue and using the cardboard boxes to insulate their feet from the concrete.
Battery-powered clothing, such as socks, may also prove useful in keeping you warm. According to Mariah Woelfel of WBEZ City Hall, these items can provide a reliable warmth level, even if it's not ideal. "It just keeps you at that base level of warmth," she says.
While some might reach for a shot of whiskey to ward off the cold, experts caution against excessive drinking. Gino Izzi, National Weather Service meteorologist, warns that intoxication can impair your ability to recognize and respond to hypothermia and frostbite risks.
Staying hydrated is also crucial in these conditions. Drinking water throughout the game will help keep you comfortable.
To stay warm, wear layers – multiple layers that can be adjusted depending on your comfort level. Dave Miska, studio operations manager at WBEZ, notes, "You can always peel off clothing if you're too warm." Others have found creative solutions, such as wearing latex gloves under normal gloves to retain heat in your hands.
When the ground beneath your feet is cold and unforgiving, an empty pizza box can be a lifesaver. No longer allowed inside the stadium due to health concerns, fans have adapted by purchasing pizzas at the venue and using the cardboard boxes to insulate their feet from the concrete.
Battery-powered clothing, such as socks, may also prove useful in keeping you warm. According to Mariah Woelfel of WBEZ City Hall, these items can provide a reliable warmth level, even if it's not ideal. "It just keeps you at that base level of warmth," she says.
While some might reach for a shot of whiskey to ward off the cold, experts caution against excessive drinking. Gino Izzi, National Weather Service meteorologist, warns that intoxication can impair your ability to recognize and respond to hypothermia and frostbite risks.
Staying hydrated is also crucial in these conditions. Drinking water throughout the game will help keep you comfortable.
those temps are crazy! I mean, I've seen some cold snaps in my time, but an arctic cold front arriving early? That's just harsh 
. Anyways, the thing is, if you're gonna brave that cold, at least be prepared, right? Multiple layers and stuff like battery-powered socks can make all the difference 
. And don't even get me started on pizzas in cardboard boxes - genius, I say! Just remember to stay hydrated and watch out for those hypothermia risks, 'cause drinking too much won't help 
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They really need to be prepared with some seriously warm gear, like those battery-powered socks 
... that's genius! And omg, using empty pizza boxes as foot warmers is the most genius thing ever 
. Don't wanna risk getting frostbite or hypothermia 
... those experts are spot on about that shot of whiskey tho, stay away from it! 
I saw some vids where ppl put heating pads inside gloves & it looks so cozy 
But for real though, I think wearing multiple layers is a solid move - you can always peel off if you get too warm. And using empty pizza boxes as foot warmers? Genius! 
! Temperatures are gonna be crazy low and I don't want anyone to get hurt from hypothermia or frostbite 
. But let's be real, the most important thing is to stay hydrated! Don't even think about reaching for that whiskey shot before game time 
️. My friend's cousin went to a concert in subzero temps last year and got frostbite on his toes - it was pretty bad 
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They're layering up, using creative solutions like pizza boxes and battery-powered socks to stay warm 
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