Collapsing During Walks and Heat Cramps at Work: Caution Urged Amid Heatwave

Citizens have been collapsing while walking and workers have suffered heat cramps at construction sites during the heatwave this past weekend, prompting calls for caution against heat-related illnesses.

According to fire authorities, a man in his 60s, identified as A, suddenly suffered convulsions and collapsed while heading home after working at a construction site in Deogyang-gu, Goyang, at 5:00 PM on July 12.

Fire authorities believe A suffered heat cramps from working in the extreme heat and transported him to a hospital.

On the same day at 1:15 PM, a report was received that a man in his 60s was trembling and complaining of dizziness on an apartment bench in Goyang. Around the same time, an accident occurred in Goyang where a man in his 80s suddenly felt dizzy and fell while out for a walk for approximately two hours.

Fire authorities diagnosed their symptoms as heat exhaustion caused by high temperatures and transported them to a hospital.

Heatwave warnings were in effect for Goyang and Namyangju in the northern Gyeonggi region, while heatwave advisories were issued for Uijeongbu, Guri, Pocheon, Dongducheon, Yeoncheon, and Paju.

Heat-related illnesses such as heatstroke and heat exhaustion can potentially lead to death, requiring sufficient vigilance and preparation.

Once the sweltering heat begins, outdoor activities should be minimized, and people should move to designated cooling centers, shaded areas, or air-conditioned facilities to hydrate and rest.

In particular, it is important to check on the safety of vulnerable groups, such as elderly people living alone. If symptoms suspected of being heat-related, such as dizziness or headaches, occur, one should immediately call 119 and move to a cool place.

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