EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING

August 10, 2016, Lebanon, NH: In preparation for the predicted excessive heat
over the next several days, please find the following information:

Heat index is defined by the National Weather Service as a measure of how

hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored with the actual air
temperature. As the heat index rises, so do the health risks. This is
especially true in the following vulnerable populations:
Infants and small children under age 3
Pregnant women
Adults age 65 or older
People with medical conditions (e.g. heart disease, diabetes, high blood
pressure)
Individuals with drug or alcohol addictions
People working under extreme conditions

Heat Exhaustion occurs when the body is dehydrated.

Symptoms headache, nausea, dizziness, cool and clammy skin, cramps,
weakness, profuse sweating.
First Aid move to cooler area, drink water
Without intervention can lead to more serious health risks
Heat Stroke occurs when the body cannot perspire and the body
overheats.
Symptoms headache, nausea, flushed face, hot and dry skin, no sweating,
body temperature over 101F, chills, rapid pulse.
First Aid move indoors, wrap with cool, wet sheet and get person to
medical treatment immediately.
Without intervention can lead to confusion coma and death!
General Heat Safety avoid strenuous outdoor activities and stay
hydrated.

Below is a list of cooling shelters and hours of operation which will be

available to provide relief for the public beginning August 11, 2016 at
8:00AM.
COOLING SHELTERS
Upper Valley Senior Center
10 Campbell Street
Lebanon, NH 03766
Phone: 603-448-4213
Hours: Thursday and Friday 8:00AM 3:00PM
Lebanon Library
9 East Park Street
Lebanon, NH 03766
Phone: 603-448-2459
Hours: Thursday 10:00AM 8:00PM, Friday & Saturday 10:00AM 5:00PM
Kilton Library
80 Main Street
West Lebanon, NH 03766
Phone: 603-298-8544
Hours: Thursday 10:00AM 8:00PM, Friday & Saturday 10:00AM 5:00PM

If anyone has any general questions, please call the Lebanon Fire Department at
603-448-8810. For Emergencies please dial 911.

Questions related to this press release can be directed to Chief Chris Christopoulos
at the Lebanon Fire Department at (603) 448-8810.

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