El Paso's Heat Can Be Deadly

It's that time of year folks, here comes the real heat...

A heat advisory ... the first, I'm sure, of many ... from NOAA was in effect yesterday and today with temps between 104 - 106 expected. Fortunately, there is some rain coming our way which should help cool things down a little. We're in the "dog days of summer" now so, keep cool and keep an eye on friends and neighbors. Especially the very young and the elderly.

Heatstroke is a real and potentially deadly threat around here so, here are some signs to watch for:

Throbbing headache
Dizziness and light-headedness
Lack of sweating
Red, hot, and dry skin
Muscle weakness/cramps
Nausea and vomiting
Rapid heartbeat, strong or weak
Rapid, shallow breathing
Confusion, disorientation, or staggering
Seizures
Unconsciousness (webmd.com)

Seek medical help as soon as possible and, in the meantime, move the victim to an air-conditioned area. Remove as much clothing as possible and wet their skin down and/or get them into a bath or shower. Ice packs to their armpits, groin, neck and back will also help.

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