NC Health Heat Warning

According to the  Division of Public Health, there were 3,150 heat-related hospital emergency department visits reported from May 1 to Aug. 10, due to the combination of heat and humidity — particularly during periods of extreme heat. The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is encouraging precautions, especially on hot days.  Prolonged exposure to heat can lead to dehydration, overheating, heat illness or even death. During the on-again, off-again summer heat, DHHS public health experts encourage those who must be outside to take extra precautions by limiting time outside, wearing light weight and loose-fitting clothing when possible and drinking plenty of water.