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5 Ways to Prevent Heat Stroke
By Kristina Wilson
Jun 20, 2017
Updated Aug 8, 2023
5 min read
Heat stroke happens when you’ve been exposed to high temperatures for a long period of time or participated in a physical activity in high temperatures, which causes your core body temperature to reach 104 degrees F or greater. Heat stroke is the most severe form of heat injury and is considered a medical emergency. Serious heat stroke can cause organ damage and even death.
Heat stroke can be very dangerous and is a medical emergency. If you think you or someone you know may have heat stroke, call 911 immediately. Also, get out of the heat as soon as possible. Remove clothing and try to cool the person down by using a spray bottle with ice water in it, spray with a cold hose, or get them in a cold bath.