EMSA released an update that medics responded to four heat-related illness calls and transported three patients to local hospitals in the Oklahoma City area on Tuesday.
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) — EMSA released an update that medics responded to four heat-related illness calls and transported three patients to local hospitals in the Oklahoma City area on Tuesday.
EMSA issued its second Medical Heat Alert of 2024 on Sunday for the Oklahoma City area. Since issuing the alert, EMSA medics have responded to 10 heat-related illness calls and transported seven patients to local hospitals.
This is a reminder that extreme heat during the summer months can lead to heat exhaustion or heat stroke. Remember to stay hydrated and to take breaks in the shade when outside for periods at a time.
Here are some tips to follow according to EMSA to stay protected during the summer heat:
EMSA's Heat Alert will remain in effect until temperatures and/or heat related calls decrease considerably.