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Tips to Stay Safe During Heat Wave

Here are some tips on how to stay safe during this record-breaking hot day.

As an extreme heat wave passes through, Beaumont Hospital has released tips on how to stay cool and safe.

Extreme heat poses many dangers, such as heat stroke, heat cramps and heat exhaustion and dehydration, according to the American Red Cross.

Safety tips for heat wave

Here are some tips for keeping safe when temps get uncomfortable hot:

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  • Stay hydrated.
  • Avoid caffeine or alcohol.
  • Have small meals and eat more often.
  • Stay indoors.
  • Avoid strenuous exercise.
  • Use a buddy system when working in excessive heat.
  • Take frequent breaks if you have to be outside.
  • Wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothes.
  • Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles.
  • Check on pets frequently.

What are the symptoms of dehydration?

The following are the most common symptoms of dehydration. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:

  • thirst
  • less-frequent urination
  • dry skin
  • fatigue
  • light-headedness
  • dizziness
  • confusion
  • dry mouth with mucous membrane
  • increased heart rate and breathing

In children, additional symptoms of dehydration may include:

  • dry mouth and tongue
  • no tears when crying
  • no wet diapers for more than three hours
  • sunken abdomen, eyes, or cheeks
  • high fever
  • listlessness
  • irritability
  • skin that does not flatten when pinched and released

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