Prepare for all types of Weather Conditions
Keep hydrated by bringing a water bottle or purchasing drinks at
concession stands. Water fountains are located under the main stadium
and near the Information Booth at the entrance to Colts Camp.
Protect yourself and family members from weather conditions.
Wide-brimmed hats, sunscreen, rain ponchos, etc. are encouraged. Wear
lightweight, loose and light-colored clothing to allow maximum
circulation for evaporation yet to give protection against the sun.
Parents of very young children and infants should consider weather
conditions before determining to bring the very young to Colts Camp.
Excessive heat and long exposure to sun could be detrimental and even
life-threatening, especially to infants.
From the Center for Disease Control:
Who is at greatest risk for heat-related illness? Those at greatest
risk for heat-related illness include infants and children up to four
years of age, people 65 years of age and older, people who are
overweight, and people who are ill or on certain medications.
Symptoms of heat-related illness:
- Dehydration occurs when the body loses water faster than it should. During times of extreme heat or extreme exertion, be alert for signs of dehydration. Symptoms include a decrease in urination, a dry mouth and throat, and feeling dizzy when standing up. Young children and babies show similar symptoms if dehydrated; additionally, a dehydrated child may cry without tears and exhibit unusual drowsiness or fussiness.
- Heat Exhaustion – irritability, confusion, irrational behavior, elevated body temperature, heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and fainting.
- Heat Stroke – extreme medical emergency requiring aggressive
cooling measures and hospitalization – alteration of mental status,
extremely high body temperatures in excess of 106 degrees, and skin is
read, feels hot to the touch and dry – no sweat, rapid strong pulse,
throbbing headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion, and unconsciousness.
There will be three First Aid Stations around Colts Camp provided by Anderson area health care providers.
