Fire Safety Tip of the Month Heat Related Emergencies Summers are very hot here in Las Vegas. Here are a few safety tips related to high heat. The temperature can rise to 135 degrees in less than 10 minutes, which can cause death to children or pets. The replacement of fluids during the summer is essential for good health. Water is usually the best fluid.
Fruit drinks are also good.
Sport drinks are also good, but you should drink an equal amount of plain water with sport drinks. Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages should be avoided. You can also suffer sunburn from exposure to the sun. The first indicator is being thirsty or having a dry mouth and if your urine is extremely concentrated or very dark. These are all indicators that your body is suffering from dehydration.