Now currently perceives the first big heat Val 2025. Thanks to the powerful ‘hot dog’.
A strong ‘thermal dome’ currently covers enormous land protection, Bringing with him that suffocate temperatures and oppressive moisture.
National Time Service He issued warnings of severe temperature influences, With more than 150 million Americans under extreme thermal warnings at the highest level.
Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency Over 32 Empire State County in response to growing temperatures. Filadelphia’s health also have declared urgent heat healthcalling people to watch out with each other.
Climate change exacerbate heat waves, and the problem is not going soon at any time. Svetany planet – largely for the ignition of fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas – means that already hot regions worsen.
Heat does not mean only canceled events. It also represents a health risk, especially for children, older people and those with certain health conditions.
Here are some tips for sure of thermal waves.
When heat becomes dangerous?
The answer depends on more than the temperature. The most detailed measurement is called the wet globe globe temperature (WBGT), which includes temperature, moisture, cloud cover and wind.
The heat index, which measures temperature and humidity, is less descriptive, but it is easier to find on time applications. They both explain why the football field is shaded per 90 degrees (32 degrees c) in essence Phoenix Can be less risky from exposed park at 80 degrees F (27 degrees c) day in soup Mala Rock.
Based on the heat index, Noaa It has a chart that calculates how dangerous self-consignment can be.
For example, a day at which temperatures reach 96 degrees F (36 degrees c), and 45% of moisture would fall into the “dangers” category for extended exposure or hard activity.
Prague WBGT is not accurate, but recent research suggests that even some young healthy people cannot withstand hours of exposure to great heat and humidity.
How to cool
Night thieves can be a particularly dangerous part of the heat wave, said Ashley Ward, HUB Director for Heat Innovation Policy on Duke University.
“Your body needs a repriso,” she said. “You don’t understand that overnight, we start the next day in the deficit.” The heat can worsen work productivity and lead to more visits to an emergency room.
“When we have overnight, they don’t fall under 75 degrees” F (24 degrees c), “You said,” You start seeing some quite extraordinary results in terms of thermal disease and thermal shock, and even mortality. “
Ward’s response: Find air conditioning. It could be at home, but she said that the list data is transmitted as many people have access.
If you can’t afford to cool the whole house, Ward said, create a “cool corner” and sleep there, so your body is ready to deal with the next day.
Refrigerators evaporate or “swamps” can help dry warmth, but increase moisture and can make refrigeration difficult. In humid places, just use a fan.
If you do not have air conditioning, find public spaces that work, including China, Markets and Libraries. Some communities have set cooling centers.
Depending on where you live, the low-income home assistance program can help you buy air conditioning with a window, according to the National Aging Council. Some local non-profit organizations and civic organizations can also help you access it if the cost is a load.
You know your rights if you work out
Knowing what workplace protection is important. But there is no federal heat rules for the protection of workers in the United States.
Some states have them including WashingtonOregon, CaliforniaNevada, Colorado, Minnesota and MarylandAccording to the National Resource Council. Other states have no.
If your state has the rules of work, try to learn them – although there are challenges for the prescribed regulations, said Bharat Venkat, director of the University of California, Los Angeles Heat Laboratory.
It notes that sometimes obscured areas are too far to rest without losing salaries or that management can prevent workers from being advocated to workers themselves. “Most workers actually have no control over his time or control where they work,” he said.
Within these restrictions, finding ways to keep hydrated and lower the body temperature the most important. You can do it with your drinking a lot of fluid, wetting clothes or putting a cold water or a cold cloth on your hands, feet, armpits and neck. Portable handheld fan or cooling vest can also help.
If you exercise, avoid the hottest time of day and bring more water than you think you need.
Knowledge of thermal disease symptoms
The symptoms of thermal disease may differ from a person, said Venkat. Medications or fundamental conditions can do and harder to regulate body temperature or notice that it is too hot.
Early signs of problems include great sweating, muscular cramps and headaches. Then stop what you do and cool down – for example, by sprinkling cold water or finding air-conditioned space.
As it enters heat exhaustion, new symptoms come, including faster heart rate and dizziness. Follows a thermal impact, which can involve confusion, hollow, stupid words and unconsciousness. Ward said it was when to call 911.
“Don’t be ashamed to call 911 or go to the emergency care when you think you could exaggerate in warmth,” he said.