Signs of Heat Exhaustion in Mount Clemens?

8/16/2022 (Permalink)

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Our team in Mount Clemens and New Baltimore has been restoring storm damage in Mount Clemens for many years. Summer temperatures in Mount Clemens can cause heat exhaustion if preventative measures are not taken. Here is some information from the National Centers for Disease Control and Prevention about heat exhaustion:

People most prone to heat exhaustion are the elderly, people with high blood pressure, and those working in a hot environment. Warning signs of heat exhaustion include:

• Heavy sweating
• Paleness
• Muscle cramps
• Tiredness
• Weakness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting
• Fainting

The skin may be cool and moist. The pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow. If heat exhaustion is untreated, it may progress to heat stroke. Seek medical attention if symptoms worsen or last longer than one hour.

What steps can be taken to cool the body during heat exhaustion?

• Drink cool, nonalcoholic beverages
• Rest
• Take a cool shower, bath, or sponge bath
• Seek an air-conditioned environment
• Wear lightweight clothing

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If you plan to spend time outdoors this summer, take precautions to minimize the chance of heat exhaustion. When your Mount Clemens home or business has storm damage, our team in Mount Clemens and New Baltimore is Here to Help. ® Call us today at 586-598-5050. 

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