It’s important to
know the signs of a possible heat stroke when outdoors as high temperatures
move into the Hudson Valley this week
Heat stroke is a serious condition and being aware of the symptoms can possibly save
a life.
Hot, red, dry or damp skin can indicate that the body temperature
is high.
Check your pulse – if it’s a fast and strong, that could be
another serious indicator.
Also pay attention to whether or not there is a
headache, dizziness, confusion and nausea. These are all telling factors of
heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
The Red Cross says extreme heat is the most
dangerous type of severe weather event in the U.S.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
reports more than 600 Americans are killed each year by extreme heat.
Staying hydrated and cool while wearing
light-colored loose-fitting clothing is more important than ever when
temperatures climb.
"You're going to be sweating a lot, so
you're going to need to be replenishing that water supply in your body,” says
Caroline Fountain, of the Red Cross.
Click
here for a
list of other cooling centers.