{"id":21252,"date":"2024-07-08T10:24:32","date_gmt":"2024-07-08T14:24:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/?p=21252"},"modified":"2024-07-18T11:11:24","modified_gmt":"2024-07-18T15:11:24","slug":"the-heat-is-on-stay-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsroom.ocfl.net\/2024\/07\/the-heat-is-on-stay-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"The Heat is On\u2026 Stay Safe!"},"content":{"rendered":"

As the dog days of summer settle in, hot and humid conditions have taken hold, and heat index values are beginning to climb steadily. Heat advisories will soon become part of the forecast mix as we go through July, August and even September. This hot and soupy recipe equates to a greater risk for heat-related illnesses, and precautions must be taken now to stay safe.<\/p>\n

Orange County continues to educate its residents on staying well hydrated and avoiding being outside for too long during the hottest times of the day. \u201cWith hotter temperatures and higher heat indexes a reality at least for the next couple of months, knowing how to stay safe is critical,\u201d said Lauraleigh Avery, Emergency Manager, Office of Emergency Management, Orange County Fire Rescue Department<\/a>.<\/p>\n

With prolonged exposure to extreme heat, your body is more at risk for experiencing heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include dizziness, thirst, heavy sweating and weakness. Heat stroke can cause death or permanent disability if emergency treatment is not received.<\/p>\n

When the body cannot control temperature, body temperature rises rapidly, and sweating mechanisms can fail, thus Orange County is asking residents to remain inside as much as possible. Other tips help the body <\/strong>maintain a proper <\/strong>temperature<\/strong>:<\/p>\n