Frostbite Severity Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Frostbite Severity (FS) is:

\[ FS = (35 - T) + (10 \cdot \sqrt{V}) \]

Where:

\( FS \) is the frostbite severity score.
\( T \) is the temperature in degrees Celsius.
\( V \) is the wind speed in km/h.
\( \sqrt{} \) is the square root function.

What is Frostbite?

Frostbite is a type of injury caused by freezing of the skin and underlying tissues, primarily affecting the fingers, toes, nose, ears, cheeks, and chin due to exposure to cold temperatures. It begins with a cold and prickly feeling, followed by numbness and changes in skin color, ranging from white or yellowish to a later purplish or black. Severe cases can lead to permanent damage or amputation. It’s important to seek immediate medical attention if frostbite is suspected.

Example Calculation

Consider an example where:

Temperature (T): -10 °C
Wind Speed (V): 20 km/h

Using the formula to calculate the Frostbite Severity:

\[ FS = (35 - (-10)) + (10 \cdot \sqrt{20}) = 45 + 44.72 = 89.72 \]

This means that the frostbite severity score for this example is approximately 89.72, indicating a high risk of severe frostbite.