Weekly First-aid Topic: Be careful of the slippery ground when enjoying snow scenery
From:Beijing Municipal Health Commission
Date:03/03/2023

The capital is covered in beautiful silver snow in the early spring. Many citizens go outdoors to enjoy the snow regardless of the coldness, but danger occurs unexpectedly. The 120 center has received first-aid calls for some tourists recently who have fallen and hurt in popular scenic spots and parks. Most of the patients were middle-aged and old people. After the car team rushed to the scene for first aid, the patients were sent to the hospital for the following treatment.

Precautions for traveling on rainy and snowy days.

1. Traveling by walk: It is recommended to reduce going out on rainy and snowy days. When going out, you should wear more clothes and put on non-slip shoes. It is necessary to control the speed. pay attention to the ground conditions, and do not put your hands in your pockets when walking. When going up and down stairs or steps, it is necessary to hold up handrails or other fixtures. Do not rush or chase around.

2. Traveling by bicycle: Do not inflate too much air into the tires of bicycles and electric vehicles. It is necessary to maintain a relatively safe distance between vehicles and choose a flat road with shallow snow layer without freezing. Do not put the brakes abruptly, or make any sharp turns. The angle of the turn should be as large as possible.

3. Traveling by car: It is suggested to clean up the snow on the car and check whether the car is in good condition before traveling. It is best to prepare snow chains and snow shovels. Do not slam on the accelerator to prevent the wheels from slipping. It is necessary to control the speed of the car, and drive at low speed.

Beijing 120 reminds you that although the snow scenery is beautiful, but the snow and ice on the road surface is easy to accumulate. It is necessary to be careful of the slippery ground when travelling, especially do not stop on the smooth stone road to avoid slipping. When you go out in cold weather, you should be sure to keep warm to prevent getting colds.