{"id":20083,"date":"2024-06-20T08:44:31","date_gmt":"2024-06-20T12:44:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/heat-wave-preparedness\/"},"modified":"2024-06-20T09:14:13","modified_gmt":"2024-06-20T13:14:13","slug":"heat-wave-preparedness","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/en\/heat-wave-preparedness\/","title":{"rendered":"Heat Wave Preparedness"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Heat waves can have a significant impact on First Nations communities in Quebec as they can exacerbate existing vulnerabilities and health disparities.<\/p>\n\n<p>Here are the most common symptoms to look out for.<\/p>\n\n<p><strong>Symptoms<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Heat cramps<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat exhaustion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Heat stroke<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dizziness\/fainting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Nausea or vomitting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Headache<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rapid breathing\/heartbeat<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extreme thirst<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decreased urination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hot and dry skin with no sweat<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>    <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20077\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255-600x600.jpg 600w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7274255.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Here are some tips to prevent harmful effects from heat.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stay hydrated and cool.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid caffeine and alcohol as both substances lead to dehydration.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Listen to local news and weather reports for heat warnings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use air conditioning and fans to help keep your home cool, if available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If an air conditioner is not available in your home due to a power outage or lack of AC, go to a cooling centre. Find the nearest cooling area in your community (health centre, library, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limit your exposure to the sun, if possible (especially between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear light, loose clothing to let air circulate and heat escape.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wear a hat and sunscreen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open windows and blinds to allow fresh air to circulate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never leave people or pets in a closed car on a warm day.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p>    <\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7354510-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-20079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7354510-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7354510-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7354510-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7354510-391x260.jpg 391w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7354510-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7354510-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/cssspnql.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7354510-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<p><strong>Don\u2019t forget to prioritize those who are at risk, like the elderly, children and the sick due to their increased vulnerability to heat-related illnesses and check in with your neighbours and friends.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p><strong>References<\/strong><\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.redcross.ca\/how-we-help\/emergencies-and-disasters-in-canada\/types-of-emergencies\/heat-waves\">https:\/\/www.redcross.ca\/how-we-help\/emergencies-and-disasters-in-canada\/types-of-emergencies\/heat-waves<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/heat#:~:text=Wear%20a%20hat%20wide%20enough,members%2C%20older%20adults%20and%20neighbors\">https:\/\/www.ready.gov\/heat#:~:text=Wear%20a%20hat%20wide%20enough,members%2C%20older%20adults%20and%20neighbors<\/a><\/p>\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Heat waves can have a significant impact on First Nations communities in Quebec as they can exacerbate existing vulnerabilities and health disparities. 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