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NEWS ADVISORY
Steven E. Lohr, Fire Chief Public Safety Headquarters, 100 Edison Park Drive, Gaithersburg, MD 20878 Assistant Chief Scott Graham, Executive Officer Phone: 240.876.1260 Media line: 240.777.2442 @MCFirePIO IMMEDIATE RELEASE: May 30, 2013
Fire Officials Urge Residents to be Careful and Check on Elderly Neighbors Montgomery County, MD - - - The temperature is predicted to be sizzling in the metropolitan area over the next couple of days making it especially dangerous for the those at greatest risk including the elderly, the young, those with existing medical conditions and those that work outdoors. While staying hydrated is essential all year long, it is particularly important when temperatures soar. Fire Chief Steven Lohr is urging residents to to stay cool, stay hydrated and to check on the welfare of elderly or at-risk neighbors. Heat waves can be dangerous and even short periods of high temperatures can cause serious health problems.Whether on the sports field or the construction site, folks need to take action to prevent heat-related illness. During hot weather and extreme heat this summer, keep informed by listening to local weather and news channels, use common sense and take a minute to review the tips below.
Heat Exhaustion:
Heavy sweating Muscle cramps Pulse rate: fast and weak Breathing: fast and shallow Nausea or vomiting Fatigue Weakness Headache and/or dizziness
Heat Stroke:
An extremely high body temperature (above 103 degrees) The absence of sweating Rapid pulse Difficulty breathing Throbbing headache Strange behavior and/or hallucinations Confusion, agitation and disorientation Unconscious
6. Be a good neighbor.
Isolated, elderly adults are at a much higher risk of health-related issues. Be a good neighbor and take a minute to check in with your neighbors.
Stay indoors and, if possible, in an air-conditioned place. If your home does not have air conditioning, consider going to the shopping mall, community center or public library. Even a few hours spent in air conditioning can help your body stay cooler when you return to the heat. ###