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Cold Hypothermia. When the body gets exposed to low temperatures, normal body temperature may drop. The body initially responds by shivering, then by falling body temperatures, clumsiness, and confusion. If you begin shivering, view it as a warning sign to get out of a cold, wet or windy environment and into dry, warm clothing.

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