An elderly Hibbing man died from hypothermia in the early morning hours of the 26th. The temperature at the time was around 22 below zero, with a wind chill of about 34 below.
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An elderly Hibbing man died from hypothermia in the early morning hours of the 26th. The temperature at the time was around 22 below zero, with a wind chill of about 34 below. Evidence at the scene indicates he may have fallen more than once.
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1 extreme cold/wind chill. Local standard time, as filed.
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| Event | Date | Age | Sex | Where | Kind |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Extreme Cold/Wind Chill, Central St. Louis | 2009-01-26 | 70 | Male | Outside/Open Areas | Direct |
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