Heat-related illnesses occur across a spectrum, and mild heat stress can quickly progress to life-threatening heat stroke if a person is exposed to dangerous conditions for too long.

Heat-related illnesses occur across a spectrum, and mild heat stress can quickly progress to life-threatening heat stroke if a person is exposed to dangerous conditions for too long.

ORLANDO, Fla. – Florida is dealing with dangerous heat levels, especially through the weekend. With a high pressure system building over the region, temperatures are expected to climb quickly ...

At the first signs of heat stroke, the emergency services should be alerted immediately. The affected person should be taken out of the sun and heat and into a cool or shady place.

Heat stroke is quite serious and can even lead to death or a permanent disability. Doctors say it can often have stroke-like symptoms like confusion, dizziness and even unconsciousness.

Healthline states, “Both heat stroke and heat exhaustion are caused by your body’s inability to cool itself.” The body naturally cools itself through sweat.

If a person is suffering from heat stroke: Call 9-1-1 immediately. Move the person to a cooler place. Lower the person’s temperature with cooler clothes. Do not give the person anything to drink.