The most important points to remember for surviving and self-rescuing in a blizzard are as follows
◆ First, conserve your energy and avoid acting blindly. If you're trapped in a vehicle, staying inside is the safest option—venturing out to seek help is extremely dangerous. Run the engine to generate heat, but make sure to crack a window for ventilation. Once fuel runs out, wrap yourself in as many warm items as possible and keep moving inside the vehicle. If you're alone in a vast snowy field or mountainous area, exposure and excessive movement will rapidly deplete your energy. In this case, shed all unnecessary weight, dig a snow cave in a suitable spot to take shelter—the temperature inside is generally higher than outside, which can usually prevent fatal outcomes. As long as you have adequate supplies, this method can sustain you for several days.Xingzhe Wuyu, Pioneering a New Outdoor Culture
◆ Second, adjust your mindset and rest appropriately. When caught in a blizzard, fear, loneliness, and fatigue can lead to a decline in both physical and mental resilience. Maintaining a stable mindset, correctly judging direction, and deciding on a route are extremely important. Rest when fatigued—waiting until you’re completely exhausted is very dangerous, as many people never wake up after falling asleep. The correct approach is to walk for a while, then stop to rest briefly, regulate your breathing, and keep your hands, feet, and face active through movement and massage during breaks.
◆ Try to keep your body dry—wet clothing loses heat 240 times faster than dry clothing. Drinking hot beverages helps maintain body temperature. For cold-weather clothing, fur and down are the best choices.