Tips For A Safe Summer

Summer is a great time to enjoy the great outdoors but its also a time to be careful

. That's because unsupervised summer fun can be dangerous. Hot temperatures and more time spent outdoors can lead to a lot of problems so its best to be prepared.

As temperatures soar, the American Red Cross says you should take note of heat-related incidents. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said that an estimated 400 Americans die every year due to the sweltering heat. The National Weather Service revealed that the scorching heat was the No. 1 weather-related killer that was responsible for more deaths annually than floods, lightning, tornadoes, hurricanes, and winter storms from the period 1994 to 2003. Symptoms of heat sickness are thirst, cramps, fatigue, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, headaches, and fever.

But don't despair. You can do lots of things to reduce your risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Drink plenty of water and keep frequent breaks when you're working outside. Carry water or juice all the time and take frequent sips even if you don't feel thirsty. Refrain from taking alcohol and caffeine since they dehydrate the body. Never use salt tablets unless you're instructed by your doctor.

Wear the right clothes. Lightweight, light-colored clothes help reflect away some of the sun's energy. Top it off with a hat or an umbrella. Eat small meals and do this frequently. Don't feast on high-protein foods that increase metabolic heat. If possible, stay inside and avoid strenuous activity when its very hot. If you must go outside, do so during the coolest part of the day. That's usually in the morning between 4 and 7 a.m. If you have no air-conditioner, remain on the lowest floor out of the sunshine. Keep in mind that electric fans don't cool, they just circulate the air.

If you enjoy swimming, be safe in the water. Childproof your pool by surrounding it with a fence. Observe kids around the pool in spite of their swimming skills.

by: Kenny Montgomery

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