The cold temperatures hitting Southern California may just be a nuisance for some people, but it could actually cause major problems for those with weak hearts.

Cardiologists said there’s a chance the chilly weather could cause someone to suffer from a heart attack.

“The body metabolism actually goes down. The metabolism decreases, the heart rate also goes down. This causes electrolyte imbalances and can give rise to cardiac arrest,” said Dr. Juma Bharadia from California Hospital Medical Center...

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