A blast of snow may be impacting many across the state, and according to the National Weather Service, the entire state can expect bitter cold temperatures which will last through the upcoming week. There is a potential for our first below zero temperature for the high on Wednesday night in Washington. Prolonged exposure to very cold temperatures can lead to hypothermia, which is when your body temperature dips below 96 degrees fahrenheit. To avoid hypothermia, go to a warm room and warm the center of the body first, keeping dry and wrapped up in warm blankets. Other signs of hypothermia include exhaustion, fumbling hands, and slurred speech. Frostbite causes a loss of feeling and color around the face, fingers, and toes, with signs of numbness, white or grayish-yellow skin, and firm or waxy skin. If your extremities feel numb to soak in warm water, do not massage those extremities or use a heating pad. If you must travel, motorists should be equipped with a survival kit that includes jumper cables, a flashlight, food, water, blankets, and more.