DALLAS (WBAP/KLIF) – Dallas County Health and Human Services, on Thursday, reported the second heat-related death in the County for the 2022 season.
According to DCHHS, the patient was a 77 year-old male and a resident of the City of Dallas who had underlying health conditions.
“We are very saddened to report our second heat-related death this season,” said Dr. Philip Huang, Director of DCHHS. “We encourage everyone to take precautions to protect themselves and their children from heat-related illness as temperatures remain high throughout the summer. Hydrate constantly and limit your time outdoors to protect against the intense heat.”
Health experts say heat-related illnesses may occur when the body is unable to compensate and properly cool itself.
Doctors encourage North Texans to stay indoors when possible, stay hydrated, and be on the lookout for extreme heat alerts.
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