Stay safe in the heat

True Alabama summer weather is now in our midst and for safety’s sake, everyone should be aware of body signs that could very well save your life or that of a loved one.

Just a couple years ago, I was playing in a golf tournament in early July. It was excessively hot. As much as I hated to, after playing nine holes, I was forced to withdraw from the event due to the heat. It’s no secret: I am not a spring chicken and haven’t been for a long time, but I was getting dizzy and nauseated. My shirt and shorts were soaked all the way through, including my cap. Sometimes you just have to make an early exit. I am glad I did withdraw because I was able to recover from the heat exhaustion symptoms before suffering a heat stroke.