Heat Related Emergency's

Heat Illnesses Can be Fatal; Would You Know What to Do?

There are several heat-related illnesses, including heatstroke (the most severe), heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Those most at risk include:

• Infants and young children
• Elderly people
• Pets
• Individuals with heart or circulatory problems or other long-term illness
• People who work outdoors
• Athletes and people who like to exercise – especially beginners
• Individuals taking medications that alter sweat production
• Alcoholics and drug abusers

https://www.nsc.org/home-safety/tools-resources/seasonal-safety/summer/heat