NASHUA – With excessive heat and humidity in New Hampshire and the Greater Nashua Public

Health Region expected to last through July 6, state and local public health and emergency

management officials are urging Greater Nashua residents to take the necessary precautions in an

effort to avoid heat-related illness and injury.

Heat stroke is an emergency and medical help should be requested by calling 9-1-1. Anyone

overcome by heat should be moved to a cool, shaded location and drink water while waiting for

help. Nashua Public Health and Emergency Management Officials are encouraging the Greater

Nashua community to practice the following precautions to stay safe and prevent heat-related illness.

* Drink plenty of water, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up

on relatives and neighbors.

* Monitor those at high risk. Although anyone at any time can suffer from heat-related

illness, some people are at greater risk than others:

* Infants and young children

* People 65 years of age or older

* People who overexert during work or exercise

* People who are physically ill, especially with heart disease or high blood pressure, or

who take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation

* Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any

circumstances.

* Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. Schedule frequent breaks in

shared or air conditioned environments.

* Limit use of appliances, such as your dryer, dishwasher, and oven to avoid unwanted heat

indoors.

* When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening.

* Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible.

* Learn the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses and how to treat them