Safety Concerns: Extreme Heat!

We are under an Excessive Heat Watch today.  I would like to share with you a few things you can do to protect yourself and your family.

Do any strenuous activities in the morning or evening.

Check on relatives and neighbors.

If you need to work outside take frequent breaks in a shaded environment.

Stay hydrated:

1. Drinking plenty of fluids
   
2. Stay out of the sun
   
3. Get to a place where there is air conditioning.

Signs of heat exhaustion:

1. profuse sweating
   
2. weakness
   
3. nausea
   
4. vomiting
   
5. headache
   
6. light headedness
   
7. muscle cramps      

Signs of heat stroke

1. confusion
   
2. lethargic
   
3. possible seizure
   
4. the skin stops sweating
   
5. body temperature may exceed 106 (F)

Watch for these signs so you can be prepared and know when to take action.  Stay safe everyone, have a great day!