(Undated) – The heat wave continues and today may be the hottest day yet with a forecasted afternoon “feels-like temp” near 115. Brian Williamson with the Red Cross says to check up on people you know who might struggle with the high heat and humidity.
The Red Cross says if you notice excess sweating or lightheadedness it’s time to get out of the heat and sun. Williamson says if you miss the early symptoms, heat stroke can set in. Heat stroke is much more serious than heat exhaustion and comes with a throbbing headache, confusion, nausea, dizziness, body temperature above 103°F, hot, red, dry or damp skin, rapid and strong pulse, fainting, loss of consciousness, and requires a call to 911. The Robinson Civic Center will be open today and tomorrow 8 am-4 pm for those looking for a cool place to get out of the heat.
