Signs of Sunstroke

• Seizure
• Struggling to breathe with moderate or severe difficulty
• Confusion, severe restlessness, anxiety, agitation, slurred speech, etc.
• Extremely Fast Heart Rate
• Extremes: Heavy Sweating or Absence of Sweating
• Red, hot, and dry skin, even in the armpits
• Severe vomiting and diarrhoea

First Aid for Sunstroke

• Move the victim into the cool shade, out of direct sunlight
• Remove excess clothing & roll victim on his side to expose as much skin surface to the air as possible.
• Sponge or spray cold water over the victim's body
• Place ice packs or cool wet towels over as much skin surface as possible
• The rectal temperature should be reduced to 39°C or below as soon as possible.
• Temperature taken via the mouth or ear isn't reliable.
• If the person is awake & alert enough to swallow, small sips of cool water can be given for hydration. Help the person to ensure he or she does not choke.