hypothermia
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In cold weather, stopping was dangerous because the men sweated so much that they were at risk of hypothermia.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 24, 2026
The official cause of death listed on the crew member’s death certificate, which was obtained by TMZ, states that Meadows died from drowning with probable hypothermia and submersion of his body in cold water.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 6, 2026
While no deaths have been reported as a result of the flooding, more than 200 people have been saved from the rising waters, and at least 10 people have been hospitalized with hypothermia.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 30, 2026
Seabirds are especially at risk because oil destroyed the waterproofing of their feathers, leading to hypothermia and drowning.
From Barron's ● Mar. 17, 2026
I remember thinking that even if I were suffering hypothermia, I would never, ever put on those mittens.
From "Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close" by Jonathan Safran Foer
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