Bangor firefighters share safety tips to cope with heat
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - As Earth experiences record-breaking average temperatures this week, Mainers are feeling the heat, too. Thursday, heat index...
BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - As Earth experiences record-breaking average temperatures this week, Mainers are feeling the heat, too. Thursday, heat index values reached the high 90s throughout the region. In Bangor, firefighters say this time of year comes with an increase in calls brought on by the brutal heat and humidity, and the extra stress it puts on our bodies. They say the most important thing you can do in this weather is stay well-hydrated. Avoid overexerting yourself, especially if you have underlying conditions that affect your breathing.