Posted by: thepinetree on 06/10/2014 07:15 PM
Updated by: thepinetree on 06/10/2014 07:24 PM
Expires: 01/01/2019 12:00 AM
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Seasonal Heat Readiness for Tuolumne County
Sonora, CA... As we enter the hot season for the Sierra foothills, it is time to prepare by checking water stores, supplies of important medications and air conditioning systems in homes and businesses. If you know of neighbors or friends who might benefit from assistance during the coming hot weather, this might be a good time to check on them. It is important to wear appropriate clothing during hot weather, especially for children. Wearing a hat and using sunscreen is a good idea if you plan to be outside. If you are unaccustomed to working or exercising in hot weather, it is important to pace yourself, drink 16 to 32 ounces of liquids every hour if you must be active in the heat, and include some foods, juices or sports drinks to replace electrolytes (salts in the blood)....
If you or someone you are with develops dizziness, headache, flushed skin or nausea, consider heat illness (heat exhaustion). Heat stroke occurs when a person exposed to extreme heat loses the ability to maintain a normal body temperature, and can lead to confusion, unconsciousness or even death. Please consult with your primary care physician or health care provider if you find yourself or another person experiencing these physical symptoms.
For relief from hot weather, public buildings like the Tuolumne County Library are available according to their usual business hours. The Main Library will be open from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday. Other library hours can be obtained by calling 209-533-5507. The Tuolumne County Senior Center, also on Greenley Road, is open from Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, except on holidays.
In the event that excessively hot weather (100°+) is expected to pose a significant health risk to the public over an extended period of time, a Heat Alert or Heat Warning - depending on the severity of persistent heat – will be issued with further guidance for Tuolumne County citizens and visitors. This information will be disseminated through the local media and also available on the Community Information Line at 533-6392. For urgent needs during an excessive heat wave, you may call the Health Department at 209-533-8055 after hours.
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