EMSA Responds To Four Heat-Related Illness Calls In OKC Tuesday

According to a release, EMSA medics responded to four heat-related illness calls, and three patients were transported to local hospitals in the Oklahoma City area on Tuesday.

EMSA officials say that since the EMSA Medical Heat Alert was issued on June 23, EMSA medics have responded to 10 heat-related illness calls.

HEAT SAFETY TIPS: 

· PRE-HYDRATION is key in preventing heat-related illness. Drink plenty of water or electrolyte replacement drinks several hours prior to and during long exposure to the summer heat. 

· Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat if working outdoors and take plenty of shade breaks. 

· No alcohol or caffeine. 

· If you do not have air conditioning, find a cooling station or public space (such as libraries or malls) during the day. 

· Don’t limit your use of air conditioning. 

· Use the buddy system if working outdoors and check on elderly neighbors. 

· Keep a cell phone on you at all times when outdoors, including walking, running daily errands, yard work or sports and physical activity.