When it gets really hot in Wichita, here’s what to do to stay cool
Weather forecasters say Wichita and south-central Kansas will see 100-degree days this week.
How to stay cool in Wichita’s hot weather
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports extreme heat is the cause of more than 700 deaths around the country every year. When high temperatures are expected, it’s important to be prepared and have a plan to stay healthy.
Here are some tips, from the CDC:
- Stay in air-conditioned locations
- Stay hydrated and drink water even if you’re not thirsty
- Schedule outdoor activities mindfully
- Take cool showers or baths
- Wear light-weight clothing
- Use the stove and oven less
- Check in on friends
- Have someone check in on you
If you run or play sports outdoors, the CDC recommends you schedule those activities earlier in the day to avoid the highest temperatures.
It’s also important to know the signs of a heat-related illness and contact your physician if you experience them, the CDC says. Symptoms of a heat-related illness include:
- High body temperature
- Fast pulse
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Confusion
- Heavy sweating
- Fast pulse
- Weakness