photo credit: Pink Sherbet Photography
No doubt about it. We have hot summers. The City of Scottsdale has the following recommendations:
Take precautions to avoid health risks – avoid strenuous activity during the hottest parts of the day, stay hydrated, wear lightweight clothing and be aware of heat stress warning signs such as dizziness, weakness or nausea.
And remember, car temperatures can exceed 150 degrees on summer days – never leave children or pets in a parked vehicle.
More heat health and safety tips can be found at the city’s web site, and include the following:
- Increase fluid intake, regardless of activity level. Don’t wait until thirsty to drink fluids; drink more liquid than one’s thirst indicates.
- Avoid “heat hangover.” Continue to drink fluids even after strenuous activity. This will enable the body to maintain optimum hydration, and help prevent the after effects of heat exposure such as headaches and fatigue.
- Avoid beverages containing alcohol, caffeine or large amounts of sugar as they dehydrate the body.
- Avoid very cold beverages as they cause stomach cramps.
And, if you are looking for a way to help others get through the long, hot summer, consider this option. Scottsdale hosts one of the Phoenix metropolitan water hydration stations this summer at Vista del Camino. It’s there for those who need it, and donations of bottled water, light colored t-shirts, sun block, and hats can be dropped off any time between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m.
Vista del Camino is located at 7700 E. Roosevelt, between Scottsdale and Hayden Roads.
View Larger Map
{ 2 trackbacks }
{ 0 comments… add one now }