The National Weather Service has issued an 'Excessive Heat Watch' for the Los Angeles area.

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First Aid for Heat-Induced Illnesses

Sunburn - Take a shower using soap to remove oils that may block pores, preventing the body from cooling naturally. Apply dry, sterile dressings to any blisters, and get medical attention.

Heat Cramps - Painful spasms, usually in leg and abdominal muscles; heavy sweating
Get the victim to a cooler location. Lightly stretch and gently massage affected muscles to relieve spasms. Give sips of up to a half glass of cool water every 15 minutes. Do not give liquids with caffeine or alcohol. Discontinue liquids, if victim is nauseated.

Heat Exhaustion - Heavy sweating but skin may be cool, pale, or flushed. Weak pulse. Normal body temperature is possible, but temperature will likely rise. Fainting or dizziness, nausea, vomiting, exhaustion, and headaches are possible. Get victim to lie down in a cool place. Loosen or remove clothing. Apply cool, wet clothes. Fan or move victim to air-conditioned place. Give sips of water if victim is conscious. Be sure water is consumed slowly. Give half glass of cool water every 15 minutes.
Discontinue water if victim is nauseated. Seek immediate medical attention if vomiting occurs.

Call 9-1-1 or emergency medical services. USC Emergency Line 213-740-4321 (UPC) / 323-442-1000 (HSC)

Heat Stroke - A severe medical emergency. High body temperature (105+); hot, red, dry skin; rapid, weak pulse; and rapid shallow breathing. Victim will probably not sweat unless victim was sweating from recent strenuous activity. Possible unconsciousness.

Call 9-1-1 or emergency medical services, or get the victim to a hospital immediately. Delay can be fatal. USC Emergency Line 213-740-4321 (UPC) / 323-442-1000 (HSC)


Move victim to a cooler environment. Removing clothing. Try a cool bath, sponging, or wet sheet to reduce body temperature. Watch for breathing problems. Use extreme caution. Use fans and air conditioners

(Source: FEMA)