This week The United States will face a heat wave that will impact practically the entire countrybut there are cities where the alerts are higher, due to the expected temperature levels.
Laredo, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Austin, Dalla, in Texas are some of the cities where Temperatures will be over 100 degrees Fahrenheit.
Also Cincinnati, Ohio; Nashville, Tennessee; St. Petersburg, Miami and Tampa, Florida; Phoenix, Arizona; Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania; Las Vegas, Nevada, and New York will face high temperatures all week.
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), almost 10 million people will face extreme temperatureswhich could be up to 109 degrees Fahrenheit.
More than half of the country is under alert for temperatures above 90 degrees Fahrenheit.
In Celsius, the United States will face temperatures between 32 and 42 degrees this week.
Who is in danger?
All People who carry out outdoor activities may face some type of risk in the face of high temperatures.
“The extreme temperatures associated with heat waves can make everyone uncomfortable. When combined with conditions such as high humidity, sun exposure, stagnant air and poor air quality, high temperatures can also become a health problem,” warns the National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS). .
The alert warns about those who perform outdoor work, such as construction employees, but even athletes who practice, the heat.gov page indicates.
“Some groups face a higher risk of heat-related illnesses than others. For example, outdoor workers and athletes are at greater risk than office workers because they are more exposed to heat,” it states. “Other groups may be disproportionately affected by the effects of intense heat as a result of age or poor health, or a lack of resources to allow them to adapt or recover.”
Groups most at risk for heat include, but are not limited to: children, older adults, homeless, people with pre-existing conditions, people with disabilities, indoor and outdoor workers, first responders, incarcerated people, low-income communities, pregnant women. people, athletes, among others, the authorities say.
What are the signs of “heat stroke” and how to prepare?
Exposure to extreme heat can have many effects on human healthincluding heat stroke and dehydration.
“Heat-related illnesses occur when the body cannot cool itself properly,” NIHHIS reminds.
People may suffer from cramps, intense sweating, spasms, exhaustion, among other symptoms.
“[Durante un golpe de calor] The victim’s temperature control system, which produces sweating to cool the body, stops working. Body temperature can rise so high that brain damage and death can occur if the body is not cooled quickly. A person suffering from heat stroke needs medical attention,” it is warned.
In addition to constant hydration, during times of high temperatures, it is suggested to stay in areas with access to air conditioning.
“If you do not have access to air conditioning in your home, it is recommended that you locate an open cooling center in your area, which could be your shopping center, library, church or other local space,” it is recommended.
It is suggested to avoid strenuous activities that may cause overexposure to the sun, but if it is necessary to go out it is advisable to dress in light colors, wear a hat and sunglasses, as well as sunscreen.
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