Extreme heat forecasted for several days
Outdoor thermometer. By Jaroslaw Kwoczala. Free Use Domain-Upsplash
Northumberland will experience a heat wave starting Sunday as temperatures are expected to be into the 30’s through Tuesday. Health officials are asking people to take precautions. “Extreme heat can affect everyone’s health, but some individuals are more vulnerable to heat-related illness. These include infants and children, older adults, people with pre-existing medical conditions and people taking certain medications, people who lack adequate shelter or who are unhoused, newcomers to Canada, outdoor workers, and sports/outdoor enthusiasts,” said the Haliburton Kawartha Pine Ridge District Health Unit.
Symptoms to be mindful of are rashes, cramps, heat stroke and exhaustion.
“Extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable — it can be dangerous, especially for those most at risk,” says Bernie Mayer, Manager of Environmental Health with the Health Unit. “By planning ahead, staying hydrated, and knowing where to cool down, we can all take simple but effective steps to protect ourselves and our communities during the hot summer months.”
Stay cool, hydrated and if outdoors, wear appropriate sunscreen.
