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Virginia Heat Wave Sends 700 to ER | Bristol Virginia News
Heat wave hits Virginia hard—over 700 ER visits from July 1-4, peaking at 225 on July 3. Virginia Beach ranks second only to Fairfax County in heat-related emergencies, with a worrying uptick from past years. Health officials warn heat cramps, exhaustion, and stroke can be deadly—recognize confusion or loss of consciousness as red flags. Stay hydrated (avoid sugary drinks/alcohol), seek shade between 11 AM–4 PM, use public cooling centers if no AC, and never leave kids or pets in parked cars—leave a personal item in the backseat as a reminder to check. Stay cool, stay safe. Listen in…
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