Around this time of year, the heat can catch even some longtime Austinites by surprise. Here's how not to pass out in Austin's triple-digit temps.
“People are going out into the heat to enjoy a day on the greenbelt or maybe out on the water somewhere,” Stedman said,"and they get overheated."
There are three general levels of heat-related illnesses. First and most common is heat cramps. This stage may bring muscle cramps and spasms, abdominal pain and excessive thirst, Stedman said. If symptoms continue to progress, the next stage is heat stroke. This condition can quickly become fatal, so preventing progression to this stage is vital.
When someone experiences heat stroke, their body temperature gets above 103 degrees. Their skin becomes hot and dry, their pulse becomes rapid and strong, and they frequently lose consciousness.Her top piece of advice is to take precautions and be vigilant: limit outdoor exercise to early morning and late evening; hydrate and eat well before heading out; wear sunscreen and loose-fitting, light-colored clothing; and take breaks from the heat in the shade or air-conditioned spaces.
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