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Know how to spot the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke, which requires urgent medical attention. Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated, Stay Informed!

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Heat-Related Illness

Tule Springs Fossil Beds is located within the Mojave Desert, with summer temperatures often exceeding 110° F (43.3°C). There are no sources of water or shade at Tule Springs, so it is recommended that you plan your summer visit (May-September) before the hottest part of the day and exercise caution. Proper planning and awareness can prevent heat-related illness.

During extremely hot weather, your body's ability to cool itself is compromised. When the body heats up so rapidly that it cannot cool itself, or when too much water and salt are lost through dehydration or sweating, body temperature rises and you or someone you care about may experience a heat-related illness.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the National Weather Service provide a list of warning signs and symptoms of heat illness:

Heat Cramps

Painful muscle cramps in the legs and abdomen may be the first sign of heat-related illness

Heat Exhaustion

Heat exhaustion symptoms include: Dizziness, thirst, heavy sweating, nausea, muscle cramps, fast weak pulse, and weakness.

Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is very serious medical emergency - Call 911 and seek medical attention immediatley!
Heat stroke symptoms include: throbbing headache, confusion, nausea, dizziness, excessive body temperature, rapid strong pulse, fainting, or loss of conciousness.

 

To Treat Heat Cramps or Heat Exhaustion

Move to a cooler or air-conditioned area, loosen clothing, and cool with water or ice. 
Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms worsen or last more than 1 hour.

 

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Winter temperatures range on average from the low 30°F’s to low 70°F’s. Desert thunderstorms can cause flash floods, so be wary of nearby storms. If rain is in the forecast, seek high ground. Flash flooding can occur rapidly, even if it's not raining where you are. Do not enter flooded areas; flash floods flow at high velocities and can carry large rocks and debris.

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