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Heat exhaustion versus heat stroke. Agotamiento por calor versus insolación.

Heat Exhaustion

Signs and symptoms

  • Dizziness
  • Thirst
  • Heavy sweating
  • Nausea
  • Weakness

Act quickly

  • Move to a cooler area.
  • Loosen clothing.
  • Sip cool water.
  • Seek medical help if symptoms do not improve.

Heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke.

Heat Stroke

Signs and symptoms

  • Confusion
  • Dizziness
  • Loss of consciousness

Call 911 immediately

  • Move the person to a cooler area.
  • Loosen clothing and remove extra layers.
  • Cool the person with water or ice.

Heat stroke can cause death or permanent disability without emergency treatment.

Stay cool. Stay hydrated. Stay informed.

Monitor Air Quality & Wildfire Smoke
For more information and resources on Air Quality, check out our Outdoor Air Quality page.

 

    

Are You Prepared?
Being prepared for an emergency is the best way to protect yourself and your family against any kind of disasters  Here are a few simple steps you can take to prepare:

 1. Be Informed
 2. Plan Ahead
 3. Take Action

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