Huntsville Emergency Medical Services says heat-related medical calls on the rise
The sweltering weather in North Alabama is causing more people to experience heat exhaustion and heatstroke.
Posted: Jul 29, 2021 5:34 PM
Updated: Jul 29, 2021 8:24 PM
Posted By: Grace Campbell
Thursday's the hottest day we've experienced in North Alabama so far in 2021.
HEMSI spokesman Don Webster said they saw the most amount of heat-related calls on Wednesday than any other day this year.
WAAY 31 spoke with HEMSI to learn how you can protect yourself and others in this sweltering heat.
Normally on a bright sunny day, Big Spring Park would be filled with people. While Thursday was a bright and sunny day, it was also in the high 90s. Being out in those temperatures for a long time can lead to heat exhaustion, and even worse, heatstroke.