"Be Prepared" for Hazy, Hot & Humid Weather at the 2010 National Scout Jamboree
The best defense is prevention. Here are some prevention tips:
- Drink more fluids, regardless of your activity level. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink.
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- Don’t drink liquids that contain caffeine or large amounts of sugar–these actually cause you to lose more body fluid. Also, avoid very cold drinks, because they can cause stomach cramps.
- Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
- NEVER leave anyone in a closed, parked vehicle.
- Try to rest often in shady areas.
- Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat (also keeps you cooler) and sunglasses and by putting on sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher (the most effective products say “broad spectrum” or “UVA/UVB protection” on their labels).