Sunstroke can lead to death within 1-2 hours

Extreme heat and direct sunlight can become deadly dangerous. Heat stroke is an acute overheating of the body, during which the body loses its ability to regulate temperature. In severe cases, death can occur in just one to two hours.

The body overheats, body temperature rises sharply, skin becomes dry and hot. Sweating stops, and the nervous system begins to malfunction. A person may lose consciousness, seizures begin, and eventually - organ failure.

Heat stroke is especially dangerous for children, elderly people, and those who suffer from cardiovascular diseases. In hot weather, their condition deteriorates faster than that of a healthy adult.

The first signs are headache, nausea, dizziness, and weakness. If not addressed in time, confusion, disorientation, and in extreme cases - coma may occur.

It's important to quickly move the person to shade or a cool place, remove excess clothing, cool the body with water or damp cloth. It's necessary to give water in small sips and not leave the person alone until medical help arrives.

To avoid heat stroke, it's advisable to avoid being under direct sunlight during the hottest hours, wear a hat, drink more water, and monitor how you feel.