FRIDAY, JULY 7, 2017
Classifieds / Local
HELP WANTED
BAKER SCHOOL DISTRICT is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Boys’ Basketball Coach at BHS.
For a complete description of the position and the application process, go to www.Baker5J.org. For additional informa-
tion, please call Cathy Martin at 541-524-2261, or email at cathy.martin@bakersd.org. 7.14
BAKER SCHOOL DISTRICT is currently accepting applications for two Assistant Volleyball Coaches at BHS. For
a complete description of the position and the application process, go to www.Baker5J.org. For additional information,
please call Cathy Martin at 541-524-2261, or email at cathy.martin@bakersd.org. 7.14
PUBLIC EVENTS
THE BAKER COUNTY PRESS — 7
LAWN / GARDEN
LAWNMOWER. Craftsman lawnmower.
Works great but owner has upgraded
to an easier to start mower for herself.
Retailed for around $350. Asking $100
OBO. 541.519.0572. Leave a voicemail.
RENTALS
LIVE MUSIC SUNDAYS. 4 to 6 pm at Geiser Pollman Park Baker City Events presents Powder River Music Review.
Public invited, attendance by suggested $5 per person donation. Weekly raffle winner! For complete list of events: www.
facebook/powderrivermusicreview or www.bakercityevents.net.
Office Space for rent in Baker City. Prime downtown
location. Handicap accessible. Off-street parking. Air
conditioning. 541-523-5851.
Haines 4th of July Parade photos
Kailyn McQuisten / The Baker County Press
From the Baker Trolley to OTEC, to the County Library, rural fire departments and Forest Access for All—a number of organizations, businesses and individuals
turned out in Haines for the annual parade celebrating Independence Day.
Red Cross issues safety tips for hot weather
Extreme temperatures
are in the forecast for the
weekend and the American
Red Cross urges residents
to be aware of the steps
they should take to avoid
heat related illness.
Before
Listen to local weather
forecasts and stay aware
of upcoming temperature
changes.
Be aware of both the
temperature and the heat
index. The heat index is
the temperature the body
feels when the effects of
heat and humidity are com-
bined.
Check the contents of
your disaster preparedness
kit to ensure it has enough
water and non-perishable
food items, just in case.
Look out for your neigh-
bors—people who are
elderly, young or sick are
more likely to become vic-
tims of heat-related illness
and may need your help.
If you do not have air
conditioning, locate places
you could go to find relief
from the heat during the
warmest part of the day
(schools, libraries, theaters,
malls). Many government
websites provide a list of
available cooling centers.
Ensure that your animals'
needs for water and shade
are met.
During
Listen to a NOAA
Weather Radio for critical
updates from the National
Weather Service (NWS).
* Never leave children
or pets alone in enclosed
vehicles, not even for a
few minutes. According
to the National Weather
Service, a car left in 80
degree weather yielded an
inside temperature of 95
degrees and rising in just
two minutes.
Stay hydrated by drink-
ing plenty of fluids even
if you do not feel thirsty.
Avoid drinks with caffeine
or alcohol.
Eat small meals and eat
more often.
Wear loose-fitting,
lightweight, light-colored
clothing. Avoid dark colors
because they absorb the
sun's rays.
Slow down, stay indoors
and avoid strenuous exer-
cise during the hottest part
of the day (late afternoon/
evening).
Postpone outdoor games
and activities (participants
and spectators).
Use a buddy system
when working in excessive
heat.
Take frequent breaks if
you must work outdoors.
Check on family, friends
and neighbors who do not
have air conditioning, who
spend much of their time
alone or who are more
likely to be affected by the
heat.
Check on your animals
frequently to ensure that
they are not suffering from
the heat.
How to Treat Heat-
Related Illnesses
During heat waves
people are susceptible
to several heat-related
conditions. Here's how to
recognize and respond to
them.
Heat Cramps
Heat cramps are muscu-
lar pains and spasms that
usually occur in the legs or
abdomen. Heat cramps are
often an early sign that the
body is having trouble with
the heat.
Get the person to a
cooler place and have him
or her rest in a comfortable
position. Lightly stretch
the affected muscle.
Give an electrolyte-
containing fluid, such as
a sports drink. Water may
also be given.
Heat Exhaustion
Heat exhaustion is a
more severe condition than
heat cramps. Heat exhaus-
tion often affects athletes,
firefighters and construc-
tion workers. It also affects
those wearing heavy
clothing in a hot, humid
environment.
Signs of heat exhaus-
tion include cool, moist,
pale, ashen or flushed
skin; headache; nausea;
dizziness; weakness; and
exhaustion.
Move the person to a
cooler environment with
circulating air. Remove or
loosen as much clothing
as possible and apply cool,
wet towels to the skin.
Fanning or spraying the
person with water also can
help. If the person is con-
scious, give small amounts
of a cool fluid such as
a sports drink or fruit
juice to restore fluids and
electrolytes. Give about 4
ounces of fluid every 15
minutes.
If the person's condition
does not improve or if he
or she refuses water, has a
change in consciousness,
or vomits, call 9-1-1.
Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is a life-
threatening condition that
usually occurs by ignoring
the signals of heat exhaus-
tion. Heat stroke develops
when the body systems are
overwhelmed by heat and
begin to stop functioning.
Signs of heat stroke
include extremely high
body temperature, red skin
which may be dry or moist;
changes in conscious-
ness; rapid, weak pulse;
rapid, shallow breathing;
confusion; vomiting; and
seizures.
Heat stroke is life-
threatening. Call 9-1-1
immediately if you believe
someone is suffering from
this condition.
Rapidly cool the body by
immersing the person up
to the neck in cold water, if
possible OR douse or spray
the person with cold water.
Cover the person with
bags of ice or cold, wet
towels.
If you are not able to
measure and monitor the
person's temperature, apply
rapid cooling methods for
20 minutes or until the per-
son's condition improves.