OREGON, Ohio — The heat wave is coming whether we like it or not, and that means taking extra precautions if we plan on being out in the elements for long stretches.
Jerusalem Township Fire Chief Tony Parasiliti says it's weeks like this that it's especially important that we pay attention to what we are doing.
"Take frequent breaks. This is not the time to try and do an endurance event. This is the time to hydrate, work a little bit, take a break," said Chief Parasiliti.
According to Parasiliti, the most important heat emergency to look out for is heat stroke.
"If a person becomes no longer sweating, this is our most critical time. We need to cool that patient down, get them in a cool area, and get them to a medical facility," said Chief Parasiliti.
To prevent that event from happening, Parasiliti says one of the most important things a person should be doing is drinking lots of fluids throughout the day.
"Hydration is the most important thing that we can all do, regardless if you're working directly in the heat or not directly in the heat, but continue your hydration. Water, water, and then maybe a Gatorade type drink as an electrolyte to help you," said Chief Parasiliti.
With temperatures near 90° on Sunday, some folks could be found soaking in the water off the beach at Maumee Bay State Park.
They say they are finding ways to stay cool while enjoying the heat.
"Yeah, everybody just enjoy the niceness, be safe, and come out, enjoy the beach. It's nice. The water's nice.
Everything's cool. Enjoy yourselves. Stay safe and stay hydrated," said Nanci Brown, who lives in Toledo.
Above all, pay attention and be safe.
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