Beat the Heat (English)

Hey there, Trojans

LET'S

BEAT

HEAT! THIS

Make it a habit to know when it’s going to be hot, signs of heat stress, and how to prevent it.

Extreme heat is deadly and kills more people than any other weather event.

Hot days are more dangerous for outdoor workers, older adults, pregnant people, children, and people with chronic illness, like asthma and diabetes.

HEAT STROKE

SYMPTOMS

• Red, hot, dry skin

• Confusion

• Rapid pulse

• Throbbing headache

• Temperature above 104°F (40°C)

• Unconsciousness

WHAT TO DO

• Call 911

• Move to a cool place

• Cool with water or ice

HEAT EXHAUSTION

SYMPTOMS

• Dizziness

• Heavy sweating

• Cramps

• Nausea or vomiting

WHAT TO DO

• Move to a cool place

• Loosen clothes

Heat stroke can cause death or disability. Call 9-1-1

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