(WVEC) -- Whether you think you have heat exhaustion or heat stroke, either way, it's something to take seriously. But how can you tell the difference? Here's some good information from the National Weather Service.
Symptoms of heat exhaustion include feeling faint or dizzy, excessive sweating, cool, pale, and clammy skin, nausea a rapid, weak pulse and muscle cramps.
You should:
-Get to a cooler, air-conditioned place
-Drink water
-Take a cool shower or use a cold compress
Heat stroke requires immediate attention. Here's how it differs from heat exhaustion:
-A person may have a throbbing headache, no sweating and red, hot, and dry skin.
-Their body temperature may climb above 103 degrees
-Their pulse is rapid, but strong
-The person may lose consciousness
Call 911 if you or someone you know has these symptoms and work as best as you can to keep the person cool.
