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FEATURE STORY

Turning Up The Heat Continued

before going out into the heat, but rather we should try to eat smaller meals more often (bring along apples, orang-
es, trail-mix, granola bars or jerky to eat to help rehydrate and refuel what your body is expending). If you are given
a task that will have you in the heat for an extended amount of time it is important to remember to take breaks and
cool down in a convenience car or cab when possible. Sometimes, despite you and your crew’s best efforts, the heat
can simply overwhelm any one of you. Overheating occurs in stages. It begins with heat cramps followed by heat
exhaustion and can eventually lead to heat stroke. Here are warning signs that you need to watch for as hyperther-
mia progresses.

If you suspect you or a colleague is experiencing several signs of heat exhaustion or the early signs of a heat stroke
here is what you need to do: immediately call 911, get out of the heat and into air conditioning if possible, get any
tight clothing off, lie down, get cold water/ice packs to the individuals wrists, armpits and groin, lastly if the individual
can swallow safely, get them water.
Ultimately by following preventative measures, we can reduce the risk of overheating and help ensure that our crews
can operate safely this Summer.

REMEMBER HYDRATION IS KEY!!!

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