Heat Advisory Warns of Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke Risk in Palm Beach County
Apparent temperatures could reach triple digits across much of South Florida through early evening, with the advisory now spelling out the illnesses those conditions can cause.
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Apparent temperature — what the temperature feels like to the human body when relative humidity is combined with air temperature — can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke illnesses, according to advisory information reported by Boca News Now.
Palm Beach County may experience abnormally high temperatures throughout this week, the outlet reported, with apparent temperatures potentially reaching triple digits across much of South Florida, including Palm Beach County, through early evening.
The precautions listed with the advisory: do not get too much sun, and apply sunscreen if you are going to be in the sun; never leave children, vulnerable adults, or pets in a parked car; limit time outside and avoid being outside during the midday heat; utilize public spaces with air conditioning when possible; and stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.
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