20220725 Word of the Week – Drought https://www.dictionary.com/browse/drought Three drought survival tips for the current crisis. https://droughtmonitor.unl.edu/ Drought is a severe problem that can have a devastating effect on communities and businesses. Drought has led to crop failures, loss of jobs, and even mass migration. If you are concerned about drought and its potential … Read more
20220722 Tip of the Day – Keep Cool Extreme Heat It’s important to be aware of the risks associated with extreme heat. Staying cool and avoiding injury is crucial, even if you live in VISN 8’s geographical service area (Florida) which includes parts or South Georgia as well! The human body was not meant to … Read more
‘Dangerous Stuff’: Hackers Tried to Poison Water Supply of Florida Town By Frances Robles and Nicole Perlroth Feb. 8, 2021 For years, cybersecurity experts have warned of attacks on small municipal systems. In Oldsmar, Fla., the levels of lye were changed and could have sickened residents. The attack in … Read more
The human body is composed of 50% – 70% water, varying by age and general health considerations. Failure to drink enough water will lead to dehydration. Dehydration can lead to serious complications, including: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dehydration/symptoms-causes/syc-20354086 Heat injury. If you don’t drink enough fluids when you’re exercising vigorously and perspiring heavily, you may end up with … Read more
Rule of threes. Remember them. Plan for them Anticipate them. Plan for them. Remember them. They can kill you. Till next time “Be safe”
