Cariboo Regional District warns residents of dangers of extreme heat
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WILLIAMS LAKE – Summer is a time to enjoy the sunshine and the outdoors but rising temperatures could make it difficult for many residents of the Cariboo Regional District (CRD). Officials are warning people to be prepared for the record setting temperatures that are being forecast for the region.
Whether you’re heading out to a cabin or just cutting the grass, the CRD advises people to have an ample supply of fluids to keep their bodies hydrated. It says drinking plenty of fluids before you begin to feel thirsty, will help to fend off dehydration.
With temperatures expected to approach 40 degrees over the next week, residents need to protect themselves from heat stroke and exhaustion. B.C. health officials says signs of heat stroke include a fast heart rate, difficulty breathing, lack of sweating, and nausea and vomiting.
If you are headed to a lake or a river, don’t forget a life-jacket and stay away from alcohol. The CRD says staying sober and wearing your life-jacket are smart choices for a great day on the water.
