Contact:

Mirna Chamorro

Mirna.chamorro@flhealth.gov

407-665-3374

Sanford, FL - The Florida Department of Health in Seminole County (DOH-Seminole) is urging residents to take necessary precautions and follow safety measures during the current heat advisory. With temperatures soaring and heat indexes reaching dangerous levels, it is important to prioritize the well-being of individuals and communities.

National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory forecasting high temperatures and humidity that pose health risks. DOH-Seminole recognizes the importance of raising awareness and promoting measures to ensure the safety of residents during extreme weather conditions.

During this heat advisory, DOH-Seminole recommends the following safety measures to minimize the risk of heat-related illnesses and emergencies:

Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of water and avoid excessive consumption of caffeine or alcohol, as they can lead to dehydration.

Stay cool. Avoid direct sunlight and long exposure to the sun. Spend time in air-conditioned environments. If you do not have access to air conditioning, consider visiting public buildings or public spaces with shade. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing to help your body regulate its temperature. Protect your head and face with a wide-brimmed hat and use sunscreen to prevent sunburn. Minimize outdoor activities during the hottest parts of the day. If you must be outside, take frequent breaks in shaded areas and avoid strenuous physical exertion.

Check on vulnerable individuals. Keep an eye on elderly neighbors, young children, and individuals with pre-existing health conditions, as they are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses. Ensure they have access to a cool environment and sufficient hydration.

Never leave children, vulnerable individuals, or pets unattended in vehicle. Temperatures inside a parked car can rise rapidly, even with the windows slightly open, and can be life- threatening.

DOH-Seminole urges everyone to remain vigilant and look out for one another during this heat advisory. By following these safety measures, we can collectively reduce the risk of heat-related illnesses and emergencies.

Stay informed about the heat advisory by following the National Weather Service or your local news. For further information about heat related health issues, please visit seminole.floridahealth.gov.

About the Florida Department of Health

The department, nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, works to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts.

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @HealthyFla. For more information about the Florida Department of Health please visit www.FloridaHealth.gov.

DOH-SEMINOLE INSTA AL PÚBLICO A TOMAR PRECAUCIONES DURANTE EL AVISO DE CALOR 

Contact:

Mirna Chamorro

Mirna.chamorro@flhealth.gov

407-665-3374

Sanford, FL - El Departamento de Salud de Florida en el Condado de Seminole

(DOH-Seminole) está instando a los residentes a tomar las precauciones necesarias y seguir las medidas de seguridad durante el aviso de calor actual. Con las temperaturas en alza y los índices de calor alcanzando niveles peligrosos, es importante darle prioridad al bienestar de las personas y las comunidades.

El Servicio Nacional de Meteorología ha emitido un aviso de calor que pronostica altas temperaturas y humedad que representan riesgos para la salud. DOH-Seminole reconoce la importancia de crear conciencia y promover medidas para garantizar la seguridad de los residentes durante condiciones climáticas extremas.

Durante este aviso de calor, DOH-Seminole recomienda las siguientes medidas de seguridad para minimizar el riesgo de enfermedades y emergencias relacionadas con el calor:

Manténgase hidratado. Beba mucha agua y evite el consumo excesivo de cafeína o alcohol, ya que pueden conducir a la deshidratación.

Manténgase fresco. Evite la luz solar directa y la exposición prolongada al sol. Pase tiempo en ambientes con aire acondicionado. Si no tiene acceso al aire acondicionado, considere visitar edificios o espacios públicos con sombra. Use ropa liviana, holgada y de colores claros para ayudar a su cuerpo a regular su temperatura. Proteja su cabeza y cara con un sombrero de ala ancha y use protector solar para prevenir las quemaduras solares. Minimice las actividades al aire libre durante las horas más calurosas del día. Si debe estar afuera, tome descansos frecuentes en áreas con sombra y evite el esfuerzo físico extenuante.

Vigile individuos vulnerables. Vigile a los vecinos ancianos, los niños pequeños y las personas con condiciones de salud preexistentes, ya que son más susceptibles a las enfermedades relacionadas con el calor. Asegúrese de que tengan acceso a un ambiente fresco y suficiente hidratación.

Nunca deje a los niños, personas vulnerables o mascotas desatendidas en el vehículo. Las temperaturas dentro de un automóvil estacionado pueden aumentar rápidamente, incluso con las ventanas ligeramente abiertas, y pueden poner en peligro la vida.

DOH-Seminole insta a todos a permanecer vigilantes y cuidarse unos a otros durante este aviso de calor. Al seguir estas medidas de seguridad, podemos reducir colectivamente el riesgo de enfermedades y emergencias relacionadas con el calor.

Manténgase informado sobre el aviso de calor siguiendo el Servicio Nacional deMeteorología o las noticias locales. Para obtener más información sobre los problemas de salud relacionados con el calor, visite seminole.floridahealth.gov.

About the Florida Department of Health 

The department, nationally accredited by the Public Health Accreditation Board, works to protect, promote and improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county and community efforts.

Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at @HealthyFla. For more information about the Florida Department of Health please visit www.FloridaHealth.gov.