“14 Heatstroke Victims Treated in Cancún – Stay Safe in the Scorching Sun!”

The Cancún Red Cross has treated 14 heatstroke victims this year due to the city's soaring temperatures. Amilcar Galaviz, the organization's director, revealed that nine of the cases involved individuals who sought help at Red Cross facilities. The remaining five cases were emergency rescues.

Galaviz emphasized the need for caution during the hot season, particularly for children and the elderly. Regular hydration is crucial. For those who work outdoors, he recommended wearing white, long-sleeved clothing and a cap or wide-brimmed hat to shield the head from the sun. Regular hydration and taking short breaks every two hours are also advised.

Galaviz also warned against moving from a hot outdoor environment to an air-conditioned space too quickly, as the sudden temperature change could lead to respiratory infections. He highlighted the importance of distinguishing between heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include dizziness, heavy sweating, nausea, and weakness. Heatstroke, on the other hand, is characterized by a throbbing headache, lack of sweat, red, hot, and dry skin, and potential loss of consciousness.

Gustavo Garcia, a meteorologist from the State Civil Protection Coordination, noted that the maximum daytime temperatures in the state could reach up to 40 degrees Celsius during the third heatwave of the year. The highest temperatures so far have been recorded in José María Morelos, Felipe Carrillo Puerto, and Holbox Island, where temperatures have reached 41 degrees Celsius. In other municipalities, temperatures have ranged between 33 and 36 degrees Celsius.

Garcia noted that temperatures during this third heatwave have been slightly lower than previous ones. However, he urged the public to take necessary precautions to avoid heat-related health issues.