Heat-related illnesses can happen to anyone, even if you’re used to this Florida heat.
– Residents are urged to take precautions against potentially dangerous heat-related illnesses this week as Jacksonville could experience record-breaking heat both Wednesday and Thursday,Capt. Eric Prosswimmer, spokesman for the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, emphasizes the importance of hydration and paying attention to your body to prevent these conditions.
“Basically, you got to stay hydrated. That’s something that happens days in advance before the heat comes,” Prosswimmer said. “It’s a way of life, really. Then you have to watch your body. If you’re not feeling well, get out of the heat, try to cool yourself off as soon as possible.” Common warning signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion include high body temperature, headache, dizziness, nausea, and confusion.Prosswimmer said it doesn’t take much to overheat, especially for firefighters who wear about 80 pounds of gear.
“We have to maintain our fluids in our body. We have to maintain being in shape. So this is something that we plan for all year round,” he said.He urges everyone to keep a close eye on any device that can spark a fire in seconds. “You want to monitor your electricity items, your power strips, you don’t want to overload them,” Prosswimmer added.To keep pets safe during hot weather, experts recommend keeping them hydrated, never leaving them in parked cars without air conditioning, avoiding hot pavement, and limiting outdoor activity.
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