When is the extreme weather changing in Marmaris? Since we’re into the last summer month now, temperatures won’t drop dramatically, with many days will still seeing highs in the 30s – mid 40s.
As Marmaris is set for yet another heatwave we would like to go over the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke and what you should be looking out for in your own wellbeing and your family members.
The burst of hot weather can have adverse effects on the body – from dehydration to heatstroke.
Here’s how to stay healthy during the summer burst of hot weather.
With temperatures expected to climb as high as 40C you may feel tempted to put on your swimming suit and soak up the sun.
But hot weather can have adverse effects on the body – from severe sun burns and dehydration to heatstroke.
Extreme heat can be the cause of exhaustion too.
It is important to remember that if you suspect you or your family members or friends have heatstroke you call 112.
Symptoms of heat exhaustion:
Heat exhaustion does not usually need emergency medical help if you can cool down withing half an hour.
Signs to look out for are:
tiredness
dizziness
headache
excessive sweating
pale skin
heat rash
feeling sick
cramps in your arms, legs and stomach
fast breathing
fast heartbeat
high body temperature
feeling very thirsty
feeling weak
The symptoms of heat exhaustion are often the same in adults and children, although children may become irritable too.
If someone is showing signs of heat exhaustion they need to be cooled down and given water.
Follow these 4 steps to cool yourself or someone else down:
- Move to a cool place
- Remove all unnecessary clothing like a jacket or socks
- Drink cool water
- Cool the skin – spray or sponge with cool water and fan youself. Cold packs, wrapped in a cloth and put under the armpits or on the neck are excellent
Stay with them until they are better. They should start to cool down and feel better within 30 minutes.
Call 112 if you are struggling to treat heat exhaustion or need some advice.
HEATSTROKE
Signs to look out for are:
Feeling unwell after 30 minutes of resting in a cool place, being cooled and drinking water.
A very high body temperature.
Hot skin that is not sweating and might look red
A fast heartbeat
Fast breathing or shortness of breath
Confusion and lack of coordination
A seizure or fit
Loos of consciousness
Put the person in the recovery position if they lose consciousness while waiting for help.
Do not drive yourself to a hospital.
The paramedics you speak to at 112 will give you advice about what to do.
PREVENTING HEAT EXHAUSTION AND HEATSTROKE
Drink more cold drinks and water
Wear light-coloured loose clothing
Avoid the sun from 11am and 4pm
Avoid excess alcohol
Avoid extreme excercise
Close curtains, windows and balconies if it is hotter outside than in your home or hotel room and put on the air-conditioning or a fan.
Children, older people and people with long-term health conditions like diabetes or heart problems are more at risk of heat exhaustion or heatstroke.
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If you’re feeling unwell during the heat in Marmaris, please call 112 first aid (the operators speak English), your wellbeing is a priority.
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Source of information for the article:
Turkish State Meteorological Service
EU’s Climate Monitoring
The World Meteorological Organisation