Football fans who watched game in extreme cold will need amputations for frostbite

[WhatInThe]

Sad news for several Kansas City Chiefs football fans who attended a game in extreme cold in early January might need amputations for cases of extreme frost bite. It was -4 degrees with a - 27 wind chill. 70% of those treated for frostbite that night from the game might need or were advised to amputate the affected areas.

Saw one report where a fan commented they only took their gloves off for 5 minutes to set up a set in the parking lot which is enough in freezing temps with a breeze.

MSN

The NFL doesn't really have a standard for games in extreme cold weather.

Speedy recovery to those affected.

 

[Paco Dennis]

It's hard to imagine how excited those fans must have been to attend a Kansas City Chiefs game, only to end up with potentially life-altering consequences from exposure to such extreme cold. It really goes to show how dangerous cold weather can be, and how quickly frostbite can set in when temperatures drop.
The fact that some fans may have to undergo amputations is just devastating. It's a reminder that even a brief moment of exposure, like taking gloves off for just a few minutes, can have severe consequences in these conditions.
It's definitely worth questioning the NFL's lack of a standard policy for games in extreme cold weather. Perhaps this tragic incident will prompt the league to reevaluate their approach and prioritize the safety of both players and fans in these situations.
Let's hope those affected by frostbite recover as fully and quickly as possible. ️ It's a tough lesson learned for all of us about the importance of preparing for and protecting ourselves from extreme weather conditions.