The forecast calls for the extreme heat to become even more intense this weekend, which will prompt both locals and visitors to look for methods to cool down.
People are finding ways to deal with the unbearable heat as temperatures continue to rise until they reach the 90s, with the temperature feeling more like 110 degrees.
Some people are choosing to remain indoors during the warmest portions of the day, while others are venturing out into the open air while taking safety measures.
“It’s hot out here,” said Paul Reas, the General Manager of Bosphorous Turkish Cuisine, who is making accommodations for guests by providing fans outdoors and air-conditioned seating inside the restaurant on account of the heat.
By remaining indoors throughout the day and only going outside in the evening, Katie Hawley and her family are able to minimize their exposure to the harsh heat. “Such a scorching heat! Jack, the small son of Katie Hawley, remarked, “It’s cool in my house!”
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A traveler from Illinois named Frank Dahlman related his experience of trying to find shade by saying, “We went to Universal yesterday and the sun was beating down on you and you could feel yourself just slowly crumbling away.”
In order to prevent heat stroke, Dr. Jason Littleton recommends taking preventative measures, such as using fabrics that are breathable and calling 911 in the event that symptoms such as seizures, rapid breathing, and nausea manifest themselves.
While you are waiting for medical aid, Dr. Littleton recommends that you “have some ice and put it around the neck area, arm pit area, and groin area to cool yourself down.” Some people are determined to have a good time during the weekend, despite the warmth.
As a means of keeping cool, Jared Hawley intends to make use of a pool in his backyard. At Bosphorous, Paul Reas places a strong emphasis on providing quality service to visitors by providing a large number of indoor seating options that are equipped with air conditioning.
