Stay Cool: Dangers of Extreme Heat Loom This Weekend
By Connect-Bridgeport Staff on July 22, 2016 via Connect-Bridgeport.com
A heat wave spreading across the country has gotten the attention of President Obama, who is reminding Americans to be conscious of the dangers of extreme heat.
The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for much of our state, including North Central West Virginia. Temperatures could potentially reach the triple digits this weekend, and the combination of hot and humid conditions poses health risks.
"Nausea, vomiting, fatigue are symptoms that someone may becoming overheated," said Margaret Howe-White, nursing director of the Clarksburg-Harrison Health Department.
"It's when you're out in this hot weather and you stop sweating, that's when you need to be concerned about your health," said Paul Bump of the Harrison County Emergency Services. "You're approaching a heat injury at that point.
To avoid these symptoms, officials are advising people to follow some guidelines. See them HERE at WDTV.
