Red Cross Offers Tips to Survive Heat Wave

Heat Wave: A Major Summer Killer
Heat is the number one weather-related killer in the United States,
resulting in hundreds of fatalities each year. In fact, on average,
excessive heat claims more lives each year than floods, lightning,
tornadoes and hurricanes combined.In the disastrous heat wave of 1980
, more than 1,250 people died. In the heat wave of 1995 morethan 700
deaths in the Chicago area were attributed to heat. In August 2003, a
record heat wave inEurope claimed an estimated 50,000 lives.
North American summers are hot; most summers see heat waves in or more
parts of the United States. East of the Rockies, they tend to combine
both high temperature and high humidity; although some of theworst
heat waves have been catastrophically dry.
Additional detail on how heat impacts the human body is provided under
" The Hazards of Excessive Heat " heading.
NOAA's Watch, Warning, and Advisory Products for Extreme Heat
Each National Weather Service Weather Forecast Office can issue the
following heat-related products as conditions warrant: Excessive Heat
Outlooks : are issued when the potential exists foran excessive heat
event in the next 3-7 days. An Outlook provides information to those
who need considerable lead time to prepare for the event, such as
public utilities, emergency management and public health officials.
See the mean heat index and probability forecasts maps.
Excessive Heat Watches : are issued when conditions are favorable for
an excessive heat event in the next 12 to 48 hours. AWatch is used
when the risk of a heat wave has increased, but its occurrence and
timing is still uncertain. A Watch provides enoughlead time so those
who need to prepare can do so, such as cities who have excessive heat
event mitigation plans.
Excessive Heat Warnings/Advisories : are issued when an excessive heat
event is expected in the next 36 hours. These products are issued when
an excessive heat event is occurring, is imminent, or has a very high
probability of occurring. The warning is used for conditions posing a
threat to life or property. An advisory is for less serious conditions
that cause significant discomfort or inconvenience and, if caution is
not taken, could lead to athreat to life and/or property.
Red Cross Offers Tips to Survive Heat Wave
As temperatures continue to soar across the United States, the
American Red Cross encourages people to learn safety tips that will
help prevent problems during one of the hottest summers on record.
According to the National Weather Service, heat is the number one
weather-related killer in this country, ranking higher than
floods,lightning, tornadoes and hurricanes combined. Ten states are
reportedly seeing a combination of excessive heat and humidity.
Listen to a NOAA Weather Radio for critical updates from the National
Weather Service (NWS). Never leave children or pets alone inenclosed
vehicles. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if you do
not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol. Eat small
meals and eat more often. Avoid extreme temperature changes. Wear
loose-fitting, lightweight, lightcolored clothing. Avoid dark colors
because they absorb the sun's rays. Slow down, stay indoors and avoid
strenuous exercise duringthe hottest part of the day. Postpone outdoor
games and activities. Use a buddy system when working in excessive
heat. Take frequent breaks if you must work outdoors. Check on family,
friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning, who spend much
of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat.
Check on your animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering
from the heat.
Heat cramps are muscular pains andspasms that usually occur in the
legs or abdomen caused by exposure to high heat and humidity and loss
of fluids and electrolytes. Heat cramps are often an early signthat
the body is having trouble with the heat. Heat exhaustion typically
involves the loss of body fluids through heavy sweating during
strenuous exercise or physical laborin high heat and humidity. Signs
of heat exhaustion include cool, moist,pale or flushed skin; heavy
sweating; headache; nausea; dizziness; weakness; and exhaustion. Move
the person to a cooler place. Remove or loosen tight clothing and
apply cool, wet cloths or towels to the skin. Fan the person. If the
person is conscious, give small amounts of cool water to drink. Make
sure the person drinks slowly. Watch for changes in condition. If the
person refuses water, vomits or begins to lose consciousness, call
9-1-1 or the local emergency number. Heat stroke (also known as
sunstroke) isa life-threatening condition in whicha person's
temperature control system stops working and the body is unable to
cool itself. Signs of heat stroke include hot, red skin which may be
dry or moist; changes in consciousness; vomiting; and high body
temperature. Heat stroke is life-threatening. Call 9-1-1 or the local
emergency number immediately. Move the person to a cooler place.
Quickly cool the person's body by giving care as you would for heat
exhaustion. If needed, continue rapid cooling by applying ice or cold
packs wrapped in a cloth to the wrists, ankles, groin, neck and
armpits.
Let Your Family Know You're Safe
If your community experiences a disaster, register on the American Red
Cross Safe and Well Web site available through RedCross.orgto let your
family and friends know about your welfare. If you don't have Internet
access, call 1-866-GET-INFO to register yourself and your family.

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