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SAVE THE DATE! - 2nd Annual Bushkill Emergency Golf Tournament:
Aug. 16 at Great Bear - Check out our golf page
Heat Advisory in Effect:
How to Beat the Summer Heat:
Anyone can be a victim of a heat-related illness, such as people working or exercising under the sun. However, those most at risk are:
* Children under five
* People over age 65
* People with chronic illnesses and disabilities
* People taking certain medications
Heat stroke and heat exhaustion are the most serious heat-related illnesses. Heat stroke, characterized by a body temperature greater than 105 degrees and symptoms such as disorientation, irritability, shivering and delirium, requires getting emergency medical treatment. Call 911 if a person shows any of these signs. Heat exhaustion is a milder form of heat-related illness that may occur due to a person’s inadequate replacement of fluids. Symptoms may include extreme weakness, nausea or headache. To treat heat exhaustion, place the victim in a cool, shaded area and have them drink liquids. Call 911 as a measure of safety.
How to Prevent Heat-Related Illness:
At Work:
· Avoid the heat
· Reduce activity
· Drink plenty of water
· Adjust schedule to start earlier if you work outdoors (if possible)
Outdoors:
· Wear light colored clothing, a hat and sunscreen
· Drink plenty of water
· Take frequent rest breaks in the air conditioning or shade
At Home:
· Check on relatives and friends, especially the elderly
· Increase time spent in air-conditioned environments like libraries, malls, movie theatres, and county cooling centers listed below
· Eat smaller meals, more often
· Take cool baths
· Make sure pets have access to water and shade
SIGNS and SYMPTOMS of HEAT RELATED ILLNESS:
* Heat Cramps. These can happen because of loss of water and salt from heavy sweating. Heat cramps can cause muscle pain and spasms, but are not as serious as heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
* Heat Exhaustion symptoms include cool, moist, pale or flushed skin; heavy sweating; headache; nausea or vomiting; dizziness; and exhaustion. Body temperature may be near normal.
* Heat Stroke symptoms may include hot, red skin; fainting or passing out; rapid, weak pulse; and rapid, shallow breathing. Body temperature can be 105 degrees or higher.
* Both heat exhaustion and heat stroke can become serious and even deadly if not taken care of right away.
