East Hartford Heat Wave Advisory

East Hartford, CT—According to the National Weather Service, the first significant heat wave of the summer is expected this coming weekend and into early next week.

The heat wave will begin on Saturday, reaching over 90 degrees. As such, residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water throughout these hot days, wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing and limit time outdoors. Residents should also remember to regularly check on infants and children as well as elderly or physically ill, because they are at a greater risk for heat-related illnesses. Those individuals should be very cautious about sun exposure.

Among various symptoms of heat-related illnesses are headache, dizziness, fatigue, anxiety, nausea, vomiting, low pulse rate and others. Additional symptoms may include, but are not limited to, cold, pale and clammy skin or hot, flushed dry skin.

If any person experiences heat stroke or heat exhaustion, seek medical help immediately by calling 911.