Miami Fire Rescue Lieutenant Pete Sanchez is urging the public to be aware of the signs of heat-related illnesses during periods of extreme heat. According to health professionals, symptoms like weakness, headaches, and dehydration can indicate heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Dr. Hany Atallah, Chief Medical Officer at Jackson Memorial Hospital, is also warning about the dangers of the rising mercury. He stated that the body struggles to regulate temperature outside of its normal range when faced with extreme heat.
For individuals who work outdoors, taking frequent breaks and staying hydrated are vital precautions to prevent heat-related issues. Sanchez advised drinking plenty of water and taking breaks to cool down before returning to outdoor work. It is important for everyone in the community to take proactive measures to protect themselves and others from the risks associated with high temperatures. Officials are also urging people to find ways to stay cool, check on elderly neighbors, and ensure that pets are not exposed to excessively hot surfaces for prolonged periods.
Health experts in South Florida are emphasizing the importance of recognizing and preventing heat-related illnesses as the region experiences unseasonably high temperatures. Symptoms like weakness, headaches, and dehydration can indicate heat exhaustion or heat stroke according to health professionals.
Miami Fire Rescue Lieutenant Pete Sanchez echoed this sentiment and urged individuals who work outdoors to take frequent breaks and stay hydrated as vital precautions against heat-related issues.
Dr. Hany Atallah also warned about the dangers of rising mercury stating that it’s harder for our bodies to regulate temperature when faced with extreme weather conditions.
Officials are urging people in the community not only to protect themselves but also their neighbors from these risks associated with high temperatures by finding ways to stay cool, checking on elderly neighbors and ensuring pets are not exposed
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