Heatstroke Hazard: Vegas Visitors At Risk

Webthis most serious form of heat injury, heatstroke, can occur if your body temperature rises to 104 f (40 c) or higher.

Webspending time outside in scorching weather can put you at risk of heat stroke or exhaustion.

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Here's what to watch out for and how to stay safe.

Signs and symptoms a body temperature.

The condition is most common in the summer months.

Webas temperatures rise and an excessive heat warning is issued, the southern nevada health district (snhd) is urging area residents and visitors to take precautions.

Webas many as 100,000 more workers suffered from the effects of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, including cardiovascular and respiratory problems and impaired.

Websizzling sidewalks and unshaded playgrounds can cause catastrophic burn injuries during heat waves in desert cities such as phoenix and las vegas.