Ottawa Public Health issues 1st frostbite advisory of the season

Temperaturesin the minus double digits and biting wind can only mean one thing in Ottawa in December: a chance of frostbite.

Ottawa Public Health issued its first frostbite advisory of the season Wednesday.

When the wind chill hits 25, the risk of frostbite increases substantially, according to the Ottawa Public Healthwebsite.

Wednesday's temperatures are hoveringaround 12 C with a wind chill making those temperatures feel close to the frostbite advisory mark of 25.

When the wind chill reaches 35, it's important to take precautions againstthe cold.

Ottawa Public Health says layering up and making sure to cover exposed skinis key to keep the cold away if youhaveto be outside.