Essential cold-weather tips for idiots

This post initially appeared on Science Blogs

I'm from California, but this is my third New England winter (though last year doesn't really count since Washington DC and New York stole al our snow). Even I know, this is a really important message:

And the tips for idiots (mentioned at 0:57) are especially important:

• Do not attempt to mow lawn

• Do not eat de-icing salt

• Do not start fires indoors

• If you pee on yourself, change pants immediately [it may start off feeling warmer, but wet cotton = hypothermia - kb]

• Wear mittens

• Snow is cold

• A garbage bag does not make a "great coat"

• Keep icicles out of eyes

Be safe out there guys!