Heat-related illness can be a large issue, especially in dry and arid climates. Even in climates where heat isn’t as prevalent, residents can still have heat-related issues such as heat exhaustion or dehydration. In fact, anywhere hot temperatures may creep up to severely uncomfortable levels, there’s caution to be had over maintaining a healthy body temperature.
Want to avoid having issues with a hot environment? Try these tips to keep the heat exhaustion at bay:
Staying hydrated is a great way to maintain a normal body temperature during times of extreme heat. Adding an extra glass of water or so to your current hydration regimen will help account for the excess fluid you lose as your body sweats.
Another considerable tip is to stay out of the sun, especially when it’s highest in the sky. If you need to go outside during a heat wave, try morning and evening hours when the sun hasn’t quite reached its peak.
Try remaining indoors where air conditioning and air circulation are present. You may also opt for more insulation for your home or heat blocking accents like blackout curtains and advanced weather stripping.
If you feel yourself getting too warm or notice signs of heat stress such as cramps, excessive dryness or feeling faint, go inside and rest first. Hydrate while doing so. When the symptoms pass, take a cool shower.
By keeping the shower levels below your normal body temperature, you’ll help bring an already spiked core temperature down to manageable and healthy levels. It may also help save a little extra money if you’d like to keep your air conditioning unit(s) at a certain temperature. If you get too warm, just hop in a cool shower and refresh
One hefty preventative measure for staying away from heat illness is to monitor the heat index in your area, especially if your region is experiencing an extreme heat event.
Many weather apps designed for smart devices have a heat index attached to them. They may also have active warning and weather notices that can help keep you safe during warmer weather.
These are just a few ways to avoid heat-related illnesses during times of excessively high temperatures. For those currently in or relocating to a hotter climate, be sure to keep your home’s insulation, HVAC or air conditioning units and home accessories in mind to help combat extreme temperatures.
As a lifelong resident of Litchfield County, Heather is quite familiar with the beautiful Northwest Corner of Connecticut. In partnership with her husband at Turri, Inc., in Torrington, she managed and grew a 30+ employee electrical contracting firm that served both the residential, commercial and industrial industries. Currently residing in Goshen she hopes to transfer and utilize many of the skills she learned in contracting to the real estate industry.
Knowing how a vital community relies on its volunteers, Heather spent many hours in several capacities at local organizations that she admires. She serves on the Woodridge Lake Finance Committee and House Committee, Victoria Court Condominium Association (secretary) and Educating Canines Assisting with Disabilities (volunteer and nursery mom). Heather has also been involved with Goshen Community Care & Hospice (president of board of directors), Warner Theatre (board of directors), LARC (volunteer), Festival of Trees (founder), the Northwest Chamber of Commerce, and Goshen Business Circle. Heather also served as Vice President of Woodridge Lake’s Board of Directors.
In Heather’s spare time, she enjoys spending time with family usually in an active way by playing tennis, golf, boating, hiking and skiing.
Heather is honored to be a part of the E.J. Murphy team and hopes you will contact her with any of your real estate needs.
