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Doctors warn frostbite can set in within minutes as arctic air grips Colorado

As a blast of arctic air settles in across Colorado, doctors are warning about a serious risk that comes with extreme cold: frostbite.

January 27, 2026
Lindsay DeSantis, RN being interviewed by Fox31

Medical professionals say frostbite can begin much faster than many people realize — sometimes in as little as 10 to 30 minutes — when skin is exposed to frigid temperatures.

“Anywhere from 10 to 30 minutes… it doesn’t take long for frostbite or frost nip to start,” said Lindsay DeSantis, a registered nurse and director of HCA HealthONE Burn and Reconstructive Services.

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Published:
January 27, 2026
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