Extreme heat can be dangerous and, in certain circumstances, even fatal. Don’t get caught unprepared: check out these tips on how to survive heat waves. Click on!
Good home insulation can go a long way in preventing heat from coming into the house and maintaining a cool temperature inside.
Although electric fans don’t cool down the temperature as such, they can help circulate the air.
Avoid strenuous activities and exercise in general.
If your skin becomes red, hot, and painful after sun exposure, this is probably a sign of sunburn.
Spasms and muscle pain following activity may mean that you’re suffering from heat cramps.
Massaging and stretching the cramped muscles may help relax them. Sip on water, but stop if nausea occurs.
Cold sweats, nausea, headache, and a weak pulse are some of the symptoms.
Symptoms include fever, hot skin, weak pulse, and shallow breathing. A victim of heat stroke can become unconscious.
This is an emergency situation. Seek medical assistance immediately.
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How to survive heat waves
Don’t get caught unprepared
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Extreme heat can be dangerous and, in certain circumstances, even fatal. Don’t get caught unprepared: check out these tips on how to survive heat waves. Click on!