Summer’s Coming To El Paso, Better Know These Dehydration Signs

Crazy summer temps are on their way to El Paso so drink plenty of water - Here's how to tell if you're drinking enough.

The last 2 summers, El Paso, Texas and the rest of the USA saw record setting temps. They were crazy in 2023 and then went even higher in '24. We were even named the 3rd fastest warming city in the USA.

There's no telling what 2025 will bring but, even if it stays "normal", it will still be hot. Be sure you drink plenty of water and know the signs of dehydration.

Safety rule #1 for surviving high heat is to drink lots of water. Staying properly hydrated, as well as staying out of the heat all together if/when possible are the 2 biggest keys to surviving high temps. You can read other safety tips here.

How To Tell If You're Dehydrated

You can't just wait until you're thirsty to decide to drink water, although that's a good sign you need some. Thirsty or not, you need a certain amount daily and, in really hot or humid conditions, more.

Dehydration can sneak up on you so, watch for the signs that you need to get some water. These symptoms ae a warning and, if ignored, the consequences can be bad or even fatal.

• feeling thirsty
• having dark yellow, strong-smelling pee (urine)
• peeing less often than usual (less than 3 or 4 times a day)
• feeling dizzy or lightheaded
• headache
• feeling tired
• a dry mouth, lips and eyes
• sunken eyes

What About Babies?

• a sunken soft spot (fontanelle) on their head
• sunken eyes
• few or no tears when they cry
• a dry mouth
• fewer wet nappies
• dark yellow pee
• drowsiness or are irritable
• fast breathing
• cold and blotchy-looking hands and feet

If you suspect dehydration, drink water ... preferably with electrolytes ... and seek medical attention right away.