With temperatures expected to reach into 90s over the next few days, the New Jersey Department of Health (DOH) is encouraging residents to take steps to avoid heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
\”Heat stroke is a life-threatening condition and heat exhaustion can also require hospital care,\” said Health Commissioner Mary E. O\’Dowd. \”In extremely hot weather, it is vital to drink plenty of fluids, spend time in cool places and reduce or reschedule any physical activity. And please remember to check on elderly family members and neighbors to make sure they are safe.\”
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