Bedford Police Offer Tips to Beat the Heat

Bedford Police, today, sent out the following release advising residents to take extra precautions during the current heat wave.

Advisory: Bedford Police would like to remind all residents to be safe and take proper precautions during this period of extreme heat.

Bedford Police would like to remind all residents to be safe and take proper precautions during this period of extreme heat.
It's important to be careful in the summer to avoid heat stroke, dehydration and other consequences of overexertion.
Some precautions that can be taken are;

•Stay in the coolest place as much as possible, and avoid too much activity.
•Use the air conditioner, or try to spend at least a few hours in an air-conditioned place.
•Eat lightly and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid alcohol and caffeinated drinks. Don't take salt tablets unless advised to do so by a doctor.
•Use hand-held, battery-operated fans and misters.
•Rub wet washcloths, packs of frozen food or ice cubes over your wrists, face and back of neck.
•Seek medical help if cooling-off measures are not working. Heat stroke can be fatal if not recognized and treated in time.
Heat-induced illnesses include muscle cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If you feel any of these symptoms, seek medical attention or call 911.