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Avoiding heat-related illnesses

July 11, 2024

Alex Bertsch,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — With summer in full swing and our temperatures rising, people are at a higher risk of heat related illnesses. Essentia Health says that during these high summer temperatures they see more cases of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. People who ignore the early signs of heat exhaustion, can end up needing a trip to the hospital….

How the F-M metro is trying to beat the heat

The 98 degree heat in Fargo flirted with breaking a record for June 20th, tying the record that stood since 1910.

June 20, 2023

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Record-high temperatures overtake the Red River Valley as communities try to cool off. A doctor at Essentia Health says the key to beat the heat is to stay hydrated and limit your time outside to avoid heat exhaustion and stroke. “If you have work you have to do outdoors or have high intensity activities, try to…