Full Notification

The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office and Hamilton County Emergency Management are encouraging area residents and visitors to take heat-safety precautions as high temperatures and high humidity are predicted over the next several days. There are numerous events in the upcoming days including the 4H Fair, concerts at Klipsch Music Center, the Brickyard 400, and sporting events at Grand Park and other locations to name a few. Please keep an eye out for the elderly, ill, without air conditioning, working outside, and others who may be prone to heat related problems.

Prevent Heat Problems:
• Water: Drink plenty of water. Avoid carbonated or alcoholic beverages.
• Rest: Take frequent breaks during outdoor activities, and try to avoid activities during the hottest part of the day.
• Shade: Stay indoors to limit exposure to the sun.
• Vehicles: Don’t leave children unattended in vehicles for any amount of time
• Cool: Those without access to air conditioning are more at risk for heat injury, especially on humid days. Take steps to stay cool, such as visiting a local library or another public building with air conditioning. Check on family, friends, and neighbors who do not have air conditioning and who spend much of their time alone.

Watch for Symptoms:
• Dizziness, nausea, fatigue;
• Cool, clammy or flushed skin;
• Profuse sweating or absence of sweating;
• Raised body temperature;
• Muscle cramps.

Act Quickly if Heat Illness is Suspected:
• Use ice packs or cold wash cloths to help bring down body temperatures;
• Provide non-carbonated sports drinks when available;
• Provide drinking water;
• Move people to cooler areas and have them rest.

Help Pets:
• Bring pets inside during hot weather or make sure they have shade outside;
• Make sure pets have plenty of water (make sure pets don’t knock over water containers);
• Don’t leave pets in vehicles, even for a minute.

If you or someone experiences a heat-related health problem, call 911 immediately for assistance. For more heat safety tips, visit http://www.in.gov/dhs/2789.htm.