10 Winter Mistakes That Can Be Fatal (Cold Weather Safety Tips)

04/01/2026 9 min

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Episode Synopsis

Winter isn’t just uncomfortable - it can be downright unforgiving.In this episode of Canada Off Script, Randall Arsenault, known as Officer Arsenault, breaks down 10 real winter dangers that can put you or your family in serious danger if you’re not aware. These aren’t “winter hacks” - these are winter survival basics.Some of these are things people do every single day in cold weather, without realizing the risks. Others are dangers that emergency services see every winter, often with heartbreaking outcomes.Whether you live in Canada, the northern U.S., or anywhere that experiences cold weather and snow, this video could genuinely make a difference.In this video, you’ll learn about:-The risk of snow-blocked tailpipes and carbon monoxide-Why furnace and dryer vents must be cleared after snowstorms-The danger of “quick trips” without winter gear-Why keeping your hands out of your pockets can prevent serious injury-How winter tires may create dangerous overconfidence-The real medical risks of shovelling snowWhy scarves can be more dangerous than you think-The hidden danger of falling icicles-How cold weather drains phone batteries during emergencies-Why thin ice remains one of winter’s deadliest hazardsThis video is about awareness, prevention, and keeping people safe.If you have your own winter safety tips or experiences, please share them in the comments - the comment section often saves lives too.Please drop your province or state in the comments - let’s see who’s watching and where winter hits hardest!For more, please visit www.CanadaOffScript.com#Canada #CanadianFacts #WinterDangers #CanadianWinter #WinterSafety #WinterSurvival #FallingIcicles #CanadianSurvivalTips #BlackIce #SnowSafety #CanadaOffScript #RandallArsenault #USAvsCanada #ExtremeCold #CanadianPodcast