Seattle – the first The heat of the year this weekend According to Public Health – Seattle and King County, it carries a higher chance of serious health problems.
“When it’s hot, the number of people in King County with serious problems like heart attack, stroke and kidney failure increases with the temperature,” the agency said.
Groups at high risk for heat-related complications include adults age 65 and older, young children, people with chronic health conditions or mental illness, and people who move outside or live without shelter.
Common medications and health conditions can make people more vulnerable to heat, including allergies and colds, thyroid issues, depression, heart/blood pressure, and weight loss.
Public Health – Seattle and King County have provided these tips for what to do on hot days.
- See family and friends at risk.
- Stay cool by finding air-conditioned buildings or shaded areas, reducing physical activity, and limiting outdoor activities to early morning or evening hours.
- Stay hydrated by drinking water and limiting coffee, alcohol, or anything else that can dehydrate you.
- Do not leave infants, children or pets in parked cars as it only takes a few minutes to cause serious health problems, including death.
- Watch for signs of heatstroke (muscle cramps, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, or vomiting) and signs of heatstroke (high body temperature, red/hot/dry skin, fast heart rate, confusion, or loss of consciousness).
For the latest weather conditions, be sure to check out KIRO 7’s Pinpoint Weather Forecast, which is regularly updated at: https://www.kiro7.com/weather/