What are the symptoms of heat exhaustion?
What should you do? Move the person to a cool, shaded area, lay them on their back and don’t leave them alone. If symptoms include dizziness or lightheadedness, lay them on their back and raise the legs 6 to 8 inches Lay them on their side if nauseous. Loosen and remove any heavy clothing and have them drink cool water (a cup every 15 minutes) unless sick to the stomach. Cool the person’s body by fanning and spraying with a cool mist of water or applying a wet cloth to the person’s skin. Call 911 for emergency help if the person does not feel better in a few minutes. What are the symptoms of heat stroke? Dry, pale skin with no sweating; hot, red skin that looks sunburned; mood changes such as irritability; confusion or the inability to think straight; seizures or fits; and unconsciousness with no response. What should you do? Call 911 for emergency help immediately. Move the person to a cool, shaded area. Lay them on their back and don’t leave them alone. Move objects away from the per
