What's more, the event sends a strong message to criminals that neighborhoods are organized and are fighting back. For more information about National Night Out activities, contact Fort Worth Crime Prevention Specialist Robin Rexroat at 877-8441. As the temperature rises, Fort Worth residents are reminded to guard against the dangers of heat stress or hyperthermia. Heat stress causes about 200 deaths and thousands of illnesses each year in the United States. The victims are usually the elderly, the very young or people weakened by other illnesses, although heat stress can be fatal to anyone.
Perspiration is the body's way of cooling itself.
Prolonged perspiration will lead to loss of fluids and salts. Drink one to two quarts of water every hour when working in the yard or exercising. Avoid strenuous activity in the sun during the hottest part of the day. For persons without indoor air conditioning, it's important to have proper ventilation, such as a fan or open windows. Never leave a child or pet in a parked car, especially with the windows rolled up.