Staying Cool during a Heat warning is important, especially for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.
The top 6 tips and tricks to beat Manitoba heat:
- Local spray parks in The City of Brandon opened yesterday.
- Drink plenty of water, even before you feel thirsty, and stay in a cool place.
- Check on older family, friends and neighbours. Make sure they’re cool and drinking water.
- Seek a cool place such as a tree-shaded area, swimming pool, shower or bath or air-conditioned spot like a public building.
- Watch for the symptoms of heat illness like dizziness, fainting, nausea, vomiting, rapid breathing and heartbeat, extreme thirst and decreased urination with unusually dark urine.
- Keep your house cool, block the sun by closing the curtains or blinds.
