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Show . i ft 1 .v , rr Hypothermia No. The Sait Lake Tribune, Sunday, March 5, 1 1978 A I 5 An Insidious Killer Stalks the Active Outdoorsman c 6 ' E4tarilM: TX It tal ta fttancmcmtar KtaMJ. Otttav, it tatatvctar ta tStasnsat lartartal tl tat UtnwtHy Wtk. Mr. Stttata t rtlln Utak PaMr M4 LM ttwtat Marty mn tl tat tures of beimteu 30 auu 50 degrees, dangerous body heat loss can occur at surrounding temperatures of air at 65 degrees or of water at 72 aegiees, both figures nearly inconceivable to the uninformed person, whether a lifetime, (Xetawlw MrUrtattat ta Itat tatai alltaita iMtirttaM ta taT !!1X vita Mttar run tl yataWtry ttrvkt m tat Alta si Pttm. devotee of the outdoor scene expel or the beginner. Moderate exercise can result in an increase of this heat building rate by as much as six times the norm. Violent exercise can accelerate the rate to 10 times that and even shivering can produce its own natural heat increase d The production of life maintaining body heat by oxidation of food and tissue is known as the basal metabolic rate. By Harold J. Goodro s 1 M n The heat produced by the bodys internal can be lost in a furnace number of ways, but the most dominant are radiation, convection, conduction, respiration and e aporation Instructor, Wilderness Survival University of Utah During the past five years there has been an incalculable number of books written, articles published, and medical research undertaken, all with one person in mind. That person comes in all sizes, shapes and ages, from all levels of society and is the neophyte outdoors adventurer. With the mass migration away from the TV set to become participants m rugged outdoor sports, each season finds an increasing number of people gambling with their lives because of lack of knowledge about what the great outdoors can do for them, or to them. Radiation results in loss of heat as the exerts a vain attempt to warm the surrounding air from exposed skin surfaces. This can amount to from 45 to 70 percent of the total output of body heat from an exposed head and neck! body Convection is the sucking or drawing of heat from the body, even through clothing, by cooler air flowing around and past it. Conduction is the transfer of heat by physical contact with a colder object. The worst offenders are metal or oil derivatives, followed by water, snow and As hypothermia is currently listed as the number one killer of the unprepared with several deaths reported on the Wasatch Front in recent years, plus many more who survive in spite of doing the wrong things, it makes sense to take a hard look at this form of danger. ice. . Heat Loss Respiration causes unavoidable but significant heat loss as cold air taken into the lungs is exhaled as warmed air. the insidious killer, and justifiably so, hypothermia can attack the conditioned athlete, properly equipped and clothed, as well as the person who goes into certain situations with none of the proper clothing or needed equipment. If precautions and advice are ingnored or if a lack of knowledge causes any person to make the wrong decisions, then that man or woman, boy or girl could become a victim of this quiet killer. Called Evaporation takes place because of sweat and respiratory moisture passing off as vapor, carrying heat away from the body. Proper clothing and its use has much to do with the prevention of heat loss and the resultant hypothermia. To be properly prepared clothing wise, experts advise using the V.I P. ventilating, insulating, and protective layering method. The ventilating layer, consisting of a cotton waffle weave or fish net suit of underwear, not only traps body heat but also allows moisture to escape at the neck. The insulating layer should be of wool or fiberfill which retain insulating value even when wet, or down filled garments although the last lose insulating value when wet. The protec-- . Basically, the term hypothermia means the progressive lowering, stage by stage, of the body core temperature from a normal level of 98.6 degrees down to a level of 80 degrees or below, where unconsciousness followed by death usually occurs. Although most cases of hypothermia develop in air tempera David S. Broder Baker Street Conversation R-Il-l.. er Senator Soaper Long, Tongsun Park says he was forced to give cash to congressmen. They wouldnt take Neither, so far as is known, has accepted Browns invitation to run for vice president on. his ticket. But the rumors are thick. So, too, is the field of Republican contenders. In the Senate, you have Sens. Howard H. Baker, Jr., Bob personal checks. The popes Dole, and Lowell P. Richard S. Schweiker, taking them alphabetiWeicker, Jr., cally and in increasing order of physical magnitude, although not necessarily of political prowess. Among the Republican governors, neighborliness has given way to presidential elbowing, with Illinois Jim Thompson being crowded by Iowas Robert Ray on one side and by 1960 Cadillac reportedly only has 2,000 miles on it. What do you expect from a carried around by four people? R-P- a. j car The U.S. may have been outsmarted in that new trade pact with Japan. Weve agreed not to flood them with transistor radios. Were looking forward to Hollywoods newest version of The Invisible Man. Its the life story of Walter Mondale. Editor, Tribune: I say Holmes, have you seen the morning paper? The authorities have linked Ted Bundy to another murder. The man must be a maniac. Holmes, another Jack the Ripper. My dear Watson, you are allowing your emotions to run away with your reasoning. But Holmes, the evidence, the man is guilty! The evidence is sketchy, Watson, it is a capital mistake to theorize before one has data, one starts to twist facts to suit theories, instead of theories to suit facts. This case has two possible alternatives, Watson, either Bundy is guilty or he is innocent and being used as a scapegoat for murders the authorities cant solve. But Holmes I protest, the man is guilty, he must be punished. Rest assured Watson, the way the case is developing, it will not be long before the authorities implicate Bundy in the assassination of President Kennedy in Dallas. KEVIN JOHN Brigham City The Way It Was Disruptive Foreigners Editor, Tribune : Are we going to continue to allow foreign nationals to disrupt our American life? We believe these nationals should be subject to not only the same laws as we the citizens, but should be given only one chance to comply. If a law is broken by them, the normal fines, jail term or probation should apply with a stiff warning that if they are arrested and found minor guilty a second time (any offense traffic violations excepted) they will be deported. These nationals are here on sufferance and should obey the laws of the land. No sympathy should be given. Them is a proper procedure to follow. In question at this time, are two major both have to do with demonstraproblems tions: 1. These Iranian Students at U.S.U. nationals are in this country for an education and not to propagate their peculiar political and rabble philosophy by demonstrations rousing. 2. The foreign National groups or individuals who demonstrate around our national or state capitals (namely the White House) and interfering with normal traffic and regular business. Remember, our tax monies are being i;sed by these aliens. T they could do is to obey our laws and hav reasonable and decent behavior. r V. L. WORTHINGTON The senators party, which includes Mrs. Reed and Mrs. and Mrs. Lee Meriwether of St. Louis, arrives at the Union Pacific station Monday at 2:40 p.m. p.m. They will be met by a large delegation of prominent Utah Democrats beaded by Governor George H. Dem. March 5, 1953 Salt Lake's balletomanes had a rich, full evening Tuesday as the touring Slavenska-Frankli- n Ballet Co. brought our town a neatly rounded program in which new works contrasted nicely with classically styled favorites and during which the dancings of three of the globe's finest artists tastefully balanced the bright, light efforts of a corps of fresh young dancers. Interests naturally cenlered on A Streetcar Named Desire, with Mia Slavenska portraying Tennesse Williams tortured Blanche, while Frederick Franklin, sans torn shirt, proved Freudian cad. himself a nimble-footei forced unemployment due to the slow down of the economy? Why cant the unions support their own rank and file? Also, little is it known that the areas representative to the UMW International Board did not speak out against the strike. Many may argue that the western miners went on strike simply because that is what happened back east. So the West MUST follow in order to preserve a strong union. One must also remember that if the union miners get their 2.35 hour raise, all that will n do is raise the wage up that much or non-unio- Forum Rule Public Forum letters must be submitted exclusively to The Tribune and bear writers full name, signature and address. Names must be printed on political letters but may be withheld for good reasons on others. Writers are limited to one letter every 10 days. Preference will be given to short, typewritten (double spaced) letters permitting use of the writer's true name. All letters are subject to condensation. Mail to the Public Forum, The Salt Lake Tribune, Box 867, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84110. more. The union only offers medical coverage 0 percent with no dental or eye care while offers 100 percent medical, eye care, dental and prescriptions. With these major differences of benefits, how do union mines even exist? Even at the current wage level people should be able to take care of themselves for a while. Instead of wanting assistance, try and get a part or full time job until the strike is settled instead of having an almost vacation. Since the miners have already received the appropriations from the working peoples tax money, I hope they are enjoying the probing questions and red tape that comes with the easy and free money. Hopefully they will be better prepared for their next strike. 60-4- let Here are briefs of news in The Salt Lake Tribune 25, 50 and 100 years ago today: March 5, 178 Denbam Thompson and his troupe of comein the dians appears at the theater great play Joshua Whitcomb in which Mr. Thompson is spoken of by the press as immense. Considerable expense has been incurred to secure this attraction, and there is little doubt that a large audience will turn out to enjoy his feast of humor. The company has been selected with great care from the principal cities of the Ect, and the acclamation with which their acting has been received is proof sufficient of us excellence. No one should miss attending the theater March 5, 1928 Salt Lake is waiting eagerly for the words of Senator James Reed of Missouri, candidate for the Democraztip presidential nomination, who will be here Monday to make two addresses. If rest stops are necessary, they should be of short duration in a sheltered place, at which time a layer of clothing should be added to cover bare skin areas and removed when starting again. Regardless of the source of moisture, whether from weather or perspiration, if a person becomes wet, heat will be transferred from the body as much as 24 times faster than would be the case if one remained dry. If one cannot remain dry and reasonably comfortable under the existing weather conditions using the clothes he or she has with them, they must seek shelter as quickly as possible, even if it means giving up a trips goal. Allowance must be made for the fact that exposure greatly reduces normal endurance. If one keeps going until exhausted, there has been no danger while active, but when forced to stop, the body instantly loses 50 percent of its heat producing ability. Violent, uncontrollable shivering may start and the person may start slipping into hypothermia. , Tomorrow: Emergency Field Treatment Tribune Readers Opinions Michigans Bill Milliken on the other. All three this year, and, naturally, are up for wish each other the best of luck. The Republicans are a small party, which probably explains why the field looks so overcrowded. California has its two aging resident warriors Jerry Ford and Ronald neither of whom seems willing to Reagan quit until the other keels over. Wrong Guess May Cost Embassy But that is not as touchy as the situation in Houston, where Republican hostesses must decide whether to invite John Conn ally or George Bush to dinner, knowing full well that the wrong guess may well cost them the embassy in London. That almost completes the Republican list unless you want to include Rep. John B. Anderson, Inspired by the 1976 example of his friend, Rep. Morris K. Udall, Anderson is eager to prove that on the Republican side, too, the House is the best breeding ground of that precious political type, the gracious guy who can lose with class. With Anderson in the field, there would be an even dozen Republican hopefuls. And that raises the exciting possibility that in 1980, the New Hampshire primary winner may break new ground by becoming the invincible front-runnwith a share of the total vote small enough to be counted on the fingers of his two hands. It could be the first 9 percent landslide in our history. And think of it, now; its less than two years away. (Copyright) g Carry On All Trips three layers should be carried on all trips whether the weather is mild or severe and may make the difference between life or death if the weather suddenly changes, equipment breaks down, or a person simply runs out of "steam. The V.I.P. layering system lends itself to what is called the zipper" effect, the technique of keeping the body temperrture fairly even by constantly adjusting the protection by zippering and unzippenng, taking off or adding layers during the days activities. In mild temperatures while being active, parts of the body may and should be exposed to aid in the natural disposal of excess body heat which would otherwise build up too much perspiration moisture within the clothing. .Ml The Public Forum Ah, New Hampshire Primary Draws Inevitably Closer The Washington Post If WASHINGTON you need a chilling thought on this late winter day, try this: As of this past week, we are now closer in time to the New Hampshire presidential primary of 1960 than to that of 1976. Those readers who are sane enough to take their politics in small doses can probably afford to ignore that fact. But those of us who make a living covering politics, and the poor devils who are just hooked on the subject, will understand instantly its implications. It means that the surcease from presidential speculation is just about over. Washington was awash in such gossip last week, when the resident White House and congressional politicians were joined by almost all the 50 governors, in town for their annual conference. The pushiest presidential hopeful in the group was a member of the party of the which gives you some incumbent President hint that 1980, like 1976, may be a two-rincircus. He was, of course, California Gov. Edmund G. Jerry Brown, Jr. Share Thoughts With Everyone For three days, no journalist within a radius of the conference hotel was safe from being accosted by the eager Brown and being offered another exclusive interview. When he ran out of reporters, the challenger the Carter White House fears most shared his thoughts with everyone from Soviet Ambassador Anatoly Dobrynin to Sen. Russell B. tive layer can range from a nylon windbreaker to a waterproof suit or poncho, the main purpose of which is to protect the other layers from the elements. Committee for True Equity, Tooele Five ami Easy Monday Editor, Tribune: It is quite obvious that the coal strike is beginning to put a pinch on the areas miners. Hopefully the legislators will reconsider their asv stance benefits for the strikers. The areas local politicians brought forth this proposal suggesting that certain counties and the state share in the assistance program. Remembering this proposal will sure help the local politicians around election time. Where is this money coming from anyway? There are roads to be repaired (remember the 2 cents a gallon tax hike?), schools to be built, plus a variety of other state programs that need the money just as bad or worse than the idled miners. So why should tlie miners receive unemployment assistance when there was no i non-uni- ALAN YOUNG They Leave Too Soon Editor, Tribune: One of the great pleasures of living in Utah is attending the concerts of the Utah Symphony, especially with the many guest artists such as Van Clibum and Isaac Stern. It is rare for a city the size of Salt Lake City to have such a One orchestra and attract many of the worlds finest virtuosos. However, it is appalling to attend a concert, and during the ovation (usually standing) watch many audience members stream out the exit doors, in some inane hurry to leave as fast as possible while the performer acknowledges the applause of the remairing attendees. In quite a few years of attending concerts all over the Unites S ates and working as an audio technician on oome of these, which are often I have never seen rebroadcast over KBYU-FM- , anyone in the audience leave during the middle of the applause. Perhaps ushers should pass out notes with the program reminding concert goers to remain at their seats until the ovation is over. HOWARD WILKERSON Much Unsaid Editor, Tribune: The Feb. 21 arth.s, reporting the results of a Forest Service Survey of persons expressing interest in the fate of National Forest roadless lands, leaves a lot unsaid. It does not point out how many of the votes cast were from people who made negative, categorical responses, usually against any and all further wilderness designation. By their statements at meetings and by their questionnaire responses, it was apparent that a good I many people felt threatened by wilderness designation and felt that vehement, rather than qualified or conciliatory answers were needed in order it counter the preservationists. This is unfortunate, as is the widespread confusion over multiple use, Legislation relating to the National Forests states that Wilderness, in the legal sense, is consistent with multiple use. In fact, four of the multiple uses are generally compatible with Wilderness: water production, wildlife, forage and recreation. One of the current multiple uses," mineral extraction, is not even one of the multiple uses listed in the 1960 legislation specifying National Forest policy. Several of the summer meetings, especially those in Nevada and Idaho, were disorderly, marked by grandstanding and disruptive behavior. Opponents of wilderness study attempted to intimidate Forest Service representatives and conservationists, and to stack the vote against wilderness designation for nearby National Forest lands or for any lands at all. Those who took the time and patience required to reasonably suggest additions and deletions of specific lands, and to give thought to the selection criteria, were underrepresented. The tone, content, and factuality of the responses should count as much as sheer numbers. Of course it is important to consider resources like demands for motherhood multiple use, "motorized recreation, and but citizens should be able to energy of these to particular tracts relation the specify of land, and to the future wilderness system. NICHOLAS VAN PELT Where Is Influence? Editor, Tribune: I read the results of the Salt Lake Tribune statewide poll regarding the relinquishing of the Panama Canal and noted that 72 percent of the Utahns polled opposed giving up the canal. The next day I heard Sen. Orrin Hatch refer in the canal hearings to a study hed requested linguistics experts at BYU to do regarding the EnglishSpanish tests of the treaties. (Did my tax money pay for this?) As I listened to Sen. Hatch speak about the competence of the BYU experts who train tens of thousands of missionaries, I began to wonder how the experience of living abroad has affected those many Utahns who have done foreign missions. Do they have more sympathy for the interests and desires of Panama? Are they less governed by the attitude that the U.S. is first and best? If so, where is their influence in Utah? GIG GRUENKE Brett Is Gmteinjd Editor, Tribune: that campus say 90 A news article Feb. 28 tells police in a Massachusetts college percent of the crimes committed there are by students majoring So whats new? in criminal justice. Its common knowledge that familiarity as seen in the list of breeds contempt lawyers who helped commit Watergate; and familiarity with the law obviously breeds contempt for same locally. Judges who violate the law they are sworn to uphold, attorneys who pervert the law, not just its intent, prosecutors and especially defenders who seem bent on taking every step conceivaall these ble to thwart the laws intent contribute to making the law a joke and its practitioners clowns. JAMES L NASH |