Heat Wave:
Extreme heat is the most dangerous type of severe weather event in the U.S. Adults aged 65 years and older are among the high-risk groups for sustaining a heat-related illness. People who have illnesses such as heart diseases, and take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation are also among the high-risk groups. It is important to take the necessary steps to prepare for those extreme heat events to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Learn more about heat illness prevention and first aid by visiting www.osha.gov/heat and the cdc.gov
Tips to stay safe:
Stay Hydrated:
- Drink plenty of fluids, even if you do not feel thirsty.
- Check with your doctor if you are on fluid restriction or take a water pill
Stay Cool
- Choose lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
- Stay indoors in an air-conditioned place as much as possible.
- Limit outdoor activities to when it’s coolest.
- Use sunscreen to prevent sunburn
Stay Informed
Check your local news for extreme heat alerts and safety tips and to learn about any cooling shelters in your area.
Heat-Related Illness
Heat stroke
- High body temperature above 103 F
- Hot red skin
- headache, dizziness, nausea
- Passing out
Sunburn
- Red, warm and painful skin
- skin blisters
Heat Exhaustion
- Heavy sweating
- headache, dizziness
- nausea and Vomiting
- Passing out
- extreme weakness/ fatigue
Heat Rash
- Red, cluster of pimple like skin blisters
- It usually apples on the neck, chest, elbow crease and grown
Heat Cramps
- Muscle cramping
- Heavy sweating
What to Do
- Call 911 right away if you suspect a heat stroke. Heat stroke is a medical emergency.
- Move to a cooler place.
- See medical care if you are vomiting
- Sip water.
- Loosen your cloths.
Remembering Tim: A life lost to heat illness at work
Learn more about our services and how we can help you or your loved ones stay safe during extreme heat or weather events by visiting our services page. Also, you can request more information by filling out our information request form.
Be Safe by staying hydrated, cool, and stay informed.
Stay safe as the weather changes.
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