Fire Department

Burn Season Has Ended

Burn season is over there will be absolutely no burning of weeds until burn season opens again in the fall. It’s getting hot outside so here are some tips on how to avoid heat related illness. Avoid being outdoors during the hottest part of the day. If you must go out, try going out in the early morning or later evening hours when the sun is not as strong. Slow down, work and exercise in brief periods. Take frequent breaks. Dress in light, loose clothing. Wear a wide brimmed hat. Drink plenty of cool fluids, but avoid caffeine and alcohol. Recognize the Signs & Symptoms of Heat Cramps, Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke Severe muscle contractions, usually in the legs or abdomen. Elevated body temperature, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, exhaustion. Rapid, weak pulse becoming irregular. Irritable, bizarre or combative behavior. Headache.