Wellness Wednesday: Heat Precautions

Oklahoma state health officials say they see the most heat-related deaths across Oklahoma from June to August.

Erica Rankin-Riley from the State Department of Health joined us Wednesday morning to discuss how to stay safe in the heat.

Rankin-Riley said prevention is key when it comes to the heat, and being aware of the temperature can save lives.

She said there are many practical things that can be done to prevent heat exhaustion.

"Taking breaks from being outside, find that shade, and then also it's really important to stay hydrated," Rankin-Riley said.

She said kids are especially vulnerable to the heat, and it is especially dangerous when kids are left in the back of the car.

"If you get out of the car to take your groceries inside, remember your kid's back there," Rankin-Riley said. "Remember to check the back seat because those are tragic situations that we can avoid by taking some of these preventative measures."

Visit the State Department of Health website for more information on what to do in the heat and how to stay safe.