Triple Digit Temperatures Could Hit Lakes Area by Sunday

DETROIT LAKES (KDLM) – Extremely hot temperatures are expected throughout the Lakes Area over the next five days with the potential to hit triple digits by the weekend.

Temperatures will increase from the mid 80s this week into the 90s by Saturday and the Lakes Area will likely see highs above 100 degrees on Sunday. With Temperatures that high, health experts are warning Lakes Area residents and vacationers to protect themselves from heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

“When people are either overdressed for the conditions or if they’re not drinking enough water, they are especially prone to developing symptoms related to heat stroke,” said Mayo Clinic’s Dr. Luke Wood.

Dr. Wood says symptoms of heat exhaustion include headache, dizziness, and profuse sweating. And symptoms of the more serious heat stroke include confusion or altered mental status and clammy skin. And if you stop sweating, you need to be treated immediately.

Young children and the elderly are particularly vulnerable to heat exhaustion and heat stroke. The CDC recommends that you plan your outdoor activities wisely, stay hydrated, wear loose fitting clothing and wear sunscreen.