With the heatwave upon us, it’s important to know the signs of heat exhaustion—it can quickly lead to heat stroke, a life-threatening emergency.
Check out this helpful video from Gwinnett County Government to stay informed and stay safe!
With the heatwave upon us, it’s vital to recognize heat-related emergencies. Heat exhaustion can quickly escalate to life-threatening heat stroke.
Heat exhaustion signs include:
- • Rapid, shallow breathing
- • Cold, clammy skin and heavy sweating
- • Weakness and muscle cramps
- • Possible loss of consciousness
Call 911 immediately if someone is showing these heat stroke symptoms:
- • Deep then shallow breathing
- • Fluctuating pulse
- • Dry, hot skin
- • Dilated pupils
- • Loss of consciousness, coma, or seizures
In the video below, our County medical directors with Gwinnett County Fire and Emergency Services discuss heat exhaustion and which populations are vulnerable. For more safety tips, visit GwinnettSafety411.com.
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