(Le Mars) — The weather forecast for this Monday is calling for temperatures to reach the upper 90’s and triple-digit heat index. Health officials are telling people to be prepared for the heat. From an interview conducted last year, Mary Jo Clark is the Emergency Room Manager at Floyd Valley Healthcare
in Le Mars. She says people may be more prone to heat exhaustion and heat stroke, especially since our bodies have not yet been accustomed to the high heat levels.
Clark says in order to beat the heat, and avoid heat exhaustion and heat stroke, you will need to consume a lot of fluids. She says sports drinks are fine, but water is best.
The nursing supervisor says to take frequent breaks and to try to stay out of the direct sunlight during the peak afternoon hours. She says the type of clothing you wear can also help prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Today’s weather forecast is calling for a high temperature of 97 degrees with a heat index of 104.
