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Buncombe County, N.C. – With temperatures nearing 90° Fahrenheit later this week, it is important to take action to protect against heat-related illnesses, which can be very serious and even fatal, especially for the elderly, young children and those who have chronic diseases. Heat-related illnesses happen when your body cannot cool itself quickly enough. Some heat illnesses are mild - like heat rash, sunburn, and heat cramps. Others - like heat exhaustion, dehydration, and heat stroke - can be severe or even life-threatening.
See attached for simple steps you can take ot stay safe.
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| 07/13/2017 8:41 AM |