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- Recognize hypothermiaShivering (stops in severe hypothermia), confusion, drowsiness, slow breathing, pale or blue lips.
- Get to warmthDry, warm room. Replace wet clothing with dry, insulate from the ground, protect from wind.
- WarningWarm slowlyBlankets, including over the head. A warm, sweet drink only if the person is alert. No hot water bottle, hot bath or rubbing. Handle very gently.
- FrostbiteOnly rewarm if refreezing can be ruled out: in water of no more than 40 °C (lukewarm). Don't rub, don't pop blisters. Bandage loosely.
- Call 112If the person becomes drowsy, stops shivering or loses consciousness.
Checked in October 2026 against the guidelines of the Red Cross, the Dutch Resuscitation Council (2025), the European Resuscitation Council, the Dutch public health institute RIVM and the NHS. This does not replace a first-aid course. If a life is in danger: call 112 straight away.
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