The United States has broken over 2000 all time high temperature records last month. Every state in the continental US experienced record breaking numbers as well as fatalities. When you think of Survival, the idea of surviving the heat is never realized. As we enter August the potential for more hot days continues. The most common of all heat related illnesses is Heat Exhaustion. Here is an excerpt from WebMD.com:
Prolonged or intense exposure to hot temperatures can cause heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and heat stroke (also known as sun stroke). As your body works to cool itself under extreme or prolonged heat, blood rushes to the surface of your skin. As a result, less blood reaches your brain, muscles, and other organs. This can interfere with both your physical strength and your mental capacity, leading, in some cases, to serious danger.
By reducing excessive exposure to high temperatures and taking other precautionary steps, most heat-related illnesses can be avoided. Those who work in hot or humid environments — such as manufacturing plants, bakeries, or construction sites during summer months — are most at risk. However, even long, hot afternoons at the beach can pose problems if warning signs are ignored.
So what can you do to prevent this? It’s quite simple. First and most important is to STAY HYDRATED. Drink, drink, drink – water! Second is avoid direct exposure to the sun. This will rob your body of moisture and heat you up very fast. Last is stay indoors and only go outside if you really have to.
The best part of intense heat? It’s a great excuse to go swimming!
Stay cool.
Stay safe.
Be prepared.
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