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Heat & Fireworks Safety This Fourth | Green Bay News
This Fourth of July, doctors warn that heat and fireworks pose serious risks. Dr. Jeff Potoff explains that early signs of heat illness—sweating, lightheadedness, muscle cramps—shouldn’t be ignored. Stay cool, hydrate with a quart of water per hour, wear light clothes, and use sunscreen to avoid burns. Seek emergency help if you see confusion, extreme sleepiness, or stopped sweating—especially for kids and seniors. Fireworks dangers? Relighting malfunctioning devices is deadly, and sparklers can burn through shoes. Opt for glow sticks instead. Alcohol worsens heat risks and impairs…
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