EXTREME SUMMER HEAT PREPAREDNESS
Every 10 minutes, someone in the United States is suffering from medical conditions related to weather related heat conditions during the hottest periods of the summer. Each occurrence, some are not lucky enough to survive due to added medical conditions or extreme circumstances.
More than 25,000 medical emergencies related to extreme summer heat occur every year. About 1 out of 15 victims do not survive these occurences. That means about 2,000 of the 25,000 die from heat related medical emergencies each year. Most of these victims have not taken the proper precautions and preparations to prevent this occurrences.
Risk of Heat Cramps, Exhaustion, and Heat Stroke
Extreme heat is more than an issue of discomfort. Heat forces the body into overdrive as it tries to stay cool through perspiration and evaporation. Most heat-related deaths are preventable if people are aware of who is at greatest risk and what actions can be taken to prevent a heat-related illness or death.
The elderly, the very young, and people with mental illness and chronic diseases are at highest risk. However, even young and healthy individuals can succumb to heat if they participate in strenuous physical activities during hot weather. The effects of extreme heat can undermine physical well-being so slowly and subtly that the dangers aren't apparent until it's too late.
Temperatures that hover 10 degrees or more above the average high temperature and last for several weeks are defined as extreme heat conditions.
Suggestions to Protect Yourself and Others from Extreme Heat
Stay indoors during the hottest part of the day. If air conditioning is not available, stay on the lowest level out of the sun. Swamp coolers are also ideal since it creates moisture in the are to keep you hydrated.
Only conduct your outdoor obligations early in the morning or late afternoon.
Drink plenty of water. Stay hydrated. People with medical conditions should consult their doctors before significantly increasing their water intake.
Carry extra water bottles and sunscreen with you.
Limit intake of alcoholic beverages or beverages that contain large amounts of sugar- these actually cause you to lose more body fluid.
Dress in loose fitting, lightweight and light colored clothes that cover as much skin as possible.
Wear a wide brimmed hat to protect the face and head.
Avoid too much sunshine and use sunscreen with a high SPF rating.
Reduce, eliminate or reschedule strenuous activities.
Get plenty of rest and allow your natural “cooling system” to work.
Research the weather forecast daily. This will help you determine how prepared you have to be. Listen to radio news channels, read the newspaper, watch television news, or go online and research the local weather forecast.
Be prepared during extreme hot weather conditions. Take extra precautions. Research weather forecast daily. Bring extra water and sunscreen lotion. Wear hats and loosely covered clothing. Stay indoors as much as possible or in the shade during the hottest part of the day. Don’t engage in strenuous activities. Please share these important information to your family. I hope that this is helpful to everyone in order to promote safety in our community.
It is the unrelentless mission of the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony Police Department to continually explore solutions to solve, prevent, deter, and respond to crimes and or problems that creates or enhances the commission of crimes with the partnership of the community for the safety and welfare of our community.
IN CASES OF EMERGENCY, PLEASE DIAL 911.
We must stress the importance of calling 911. A 911 dispatcher will send an officer to the address of the emergency; they will also ask questions to assist the officer prior to arrival. The dispatcher may also contact other services that are needed such as medical assistance, fire assistance, or additional police personnel.
Non-emergency dispatch number:
(775)323-2677
Please call this number if you have a non-emergency need to speak to an officer or non-emergency officer assistance.
RSIC TRIBAL POLICE BUSINESS OFFICE
(775)785-8776
This number is to be used to conduct administrative business with the police department, such as leaving messages for police staff, information requests, general questions, or other police business related matters. The police administrative office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00am to 5:00pm.
HUNGRY VALLEY SUB-STATION.
(775)785-1365
This number is to be used to conduct administrative business with the police department, such as leaving messages for police staff, information requests, general questions, or other police business related matters. Officers use the sub-station for briefings, writing reports and telephone calls.
PARA EMERGENCIA, LLAMA 911 PARA LA OFICINA, LLAMA (775)785-8776