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SOUTH Y PEACE a BEND= y�e- ( lam JULY-AUGUST 2012 1865 Matfcvt Jete �tttttgte* Ca9endar of Events Dear Neighbor, South Bend Silver Hawks It is summertime in South Bend! As the sun shines and temperatures rise, I ask you to take the August 1 7:05 pm necessary precautions in order to prevent heat-related issues that can affect you and your Fort Wayne Tin Caps August 2 7:05 pm family. Fort Wayne Tin Caps If you are spending time outdoors and not drinking enough fluids, you can be at risk for August 3 7:35 pm developing heat exhaustion. Those at greater risk for heat exhaustion include infants and Fort Wayne Tin Caps Fireworks Night young children,the elderly, and people with heart disease or high blood pressure. August o 7:05 pm Signs of heat exhaustion include heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, Lake County Captains weakness, dizziness,headache, nausea, and fainting. If heat exhaustion is not treated, it could August 12 2:05 pm lead to a heat stroke when the body cannot control its temperature. Seek medical treatment Lake County Captains immediately if the symptoms are severe or the victim has heart problems or high blood August 13 7:05 pm Lake County Captains pressure. August 15 7:05 pm Cool-Down & Prevention Tips West Michigan Whitecaps • Move to the shade and preferably to an air-conditioned environment indoors. August 16 7:35 pm • Take a cool shower,bath, or sponge bath. West Michigan Whitecaps • Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. August 7:35 pm West Michig gan Whitecaps • Drink more liquids, regardless of your activity level. Don't wait until you're thirsty to drink. Fireworks Night If your doctor limits your fluid intake or you are on a diuretic medication, check with your August 25 7:05 pm doctor on how much you should drink in hot weather. Bowling Green Hot Rods • Don't drink liquids that contain caffeine, alcohol, or large amounts of sugar these will August 26 2:05 pm cause you to lose more body fluid. Bowling Green Hot Rods • Avoid very cold drinks these could cause stomach cramps. August 27 7:05 pm • Limit your outdoor activity to the morning and evening hours. Bowling Green Hot Rods • Cut down on exercise. If you must exercise, drink 2 to 4 glasses of cool nonalcoholic liquids August 28 7:05 pm each hour. A sports drink can replace the nutrients you lose when you sweat. Bowling Green Hot Rods • Protect yourself from the sun with a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and wear sunscreen of August 29 7:05 pm SPF 15 or higher. Lansing Lugnuts August 30 7:05 pm Please keep in mind that when the heat index exceeds 100 degrees in St. Joseph County, Lansing Lugnuts cooling centers will open for those in need. Contact the St. Joseph County Emergency August 31 7:05 pm Management at 574.235.9234 for additional information. Lansing Lugnuts Fireworks Night Remember that while it might look like a refreshing place to take a swim, the St. Joseph River For more information contact South Bend Silver Hawks can be dangerous. Swimming is prohibited except during permitted times. For more 574.235.9988 information, please contact South Bend's Parks and Recreation Department at 574.299.4768. Morris Performing Arts Center The health and safety of our citizens is of utmost importance to our City administration. By August 2 9 pm using and sharing these safety tips, we can give ourselves and our families the greatest chance 2Chainz of staying safe this summer. If you have questions or concerns at any time,please call my August 10 8 pm office at 574.235.9261. George Wallace,Arnez J. and J.Anthony Brown Sincerely, "I Be Thinkin Tour" For more information contact Morris Performing Arts Center 574.235.9190 Continued on backside