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Tips for preventing a heat stroke
SUMMARY: This weekend is expected to bring some of the hottest weather of the year, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Jake White from WTV joins us with crucial advice, including insights from Walt Wilkins, a sports medicine director at North Mississippi Medical Center. Key signs of overheating include heat cramps, cool clammy skin, dizziness, and delirium, which require immediate medical attention. Prevention tips include staying hydrated, dressing appropriately, seeking shade, or using air conditioning during peak heat. Even long-time residents accustomed to the heat should remain vigilant for symptoms. Stay safe during this extreme weather event.
A sports medicine director talked how to spot and prevent a heat strokes.
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Hinds County supervisors want to move election commission to old military processing building
SUMMARY: The Hinds County Board of Supervisors is debating the future of a former military entrance processing building in downtown Jackson, currently serving as a voting precinct. While some supervisors propose renaming it the Hinds County Administration Building and relocating the Election Commission there, election officials argue that such a move before an election would be logistically challenging. They believe a master plan is essential to avoid misusing funds during renovations. The building is in Bobby McGowan's District Five, and he feels that other supervisors are overstepping by interfering with the district's affairs. Positive feedback has been received, but concerns remain about the timing and planning.
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Fallen tree causes power outage in Byram
SUMMARY: The city of Byam is facing an outage affecting a quarter of the area due to a tree falling on a power line near a substation. Power is expected to be restored by 6:30 PM. Byam police request that residents avoid Sell Road, Byrum Parkway, Terry Road, and the Walmart Corridor for safety reasons.
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Mississippians encouraged to practice firework safety during July 4th holiday
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