Heat Stroke Heat stroke is caused by the failure of the heat-regulating system to cool the body by sweating. This is an emergency, life-threatening condition. Body temperature can rise to 106 degrees or higher. Symptoms Sweating will stop before heat stroke becomes apparent. Rapidly rising body temperature.
Treatment Move the victim to a cool place immediately.
Hypothermia Every hiker should be familiar with the symptoms, treatment, and methods of preventing hypothermia. This often occurs at temperatures well above freezing. Left untreated, hypothermia is a potentially fatal condition. Prevention Wear warm, windproof, and water-repellent clothing. Wear a wool cap to conserve valuable body heat.