![]() ![]() Do not leave older people, children or pets alone in cars.Shower or bathe in water that is near skin temperature.Because the body loses fluids in the heat, drinking lots of liquids helps to avoid dehydration. Drink plenty of non-alcoholic liquids, warm and cool.Some medications cause an adverse reaction in hot weather. Those taking regular medication should consult with their physician.A wide-brimmed hat or visor will not only protect your head from intense rays of the sun, it will also provide a shield for your eyes. ![]() If you must be out in the sun, wear a head covering. Avoid, as much as possible, working or playing in the hot sun or other hot areas.To avoid heat-related illness, the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services recommends the following: The latest weather forecast obtained by the health department is calling for hot and humid conditions, with temperatures in the high-90s and peak heat index values over 100 degrees. “It is important that residents continue to check on vulnerable friends, family and neighbors to ensure that they are safe and able to stay cool” ![]() “When temperatures rise to dangerous levels, remember to stay inside as much as possible, drink plenty of water, and contact a physician if you or a loved one is showing signs of heat stress,” said County Commissioner Virginia Betteridge, liaison to the Camden County Department of Health and Human Services. ![]()
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