Here are tips to stay safe from the heat.
There are hundreds of deaths each year in the U.S. due to excessive heat.Heat-related illness happens when the body is not able to properly cool itself, causing damage to the brain and the rest of the body.
is bearing down on the West, bringing triple-digital temperatures to Texas, Arizona, Nevada and California.MORE |Doctors recommend taking excessive heat warnings seriously. There are hundreds of deaths each year in the U.S. due to excessive heat, according to CDC WONDER, an online database, and scientists caution that the actual number of heat-related deaths is likely higher.Wear sunscreen
Take precautions to prevent sunburn, which can make you dehydrated and affect your ability to cool down. Use sunscreen that's SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes before going outside. Sunscreens that say "broad spectrum" or "UVA/UVB protection" are best.Southern California will get a glimpse of what to expect this summer as warmer temperatures are on tap the next few days.Avoid very sugary drinks and alcohol, which can cause your body to lose more fluid, and be wary of extra-cold drinks that may cause stomach cramps.
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