The greatest danger when it comes to heat-related illnesses is thinking you're immune to them.
"People always think they can handle it better than they actually can," said veteran paramedic Jack Rodgers. "They don't think it will ever happen to them, but it can."
Symptoms of heat exhaustion alert you to get out of the heat: dizziness, nauseous, paleness, sweatiness, and vomiting. Get inside, get fluids.
Symptoms of heat stroke mean you should seek medical attention: skin that's hot to the touch, flushed skin and inability to sweat. The body cannot regulate temperature under these conditions, Rodgers said.
Young folks and the elderly need to take extra care, as they are especially susceptible.
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