Did You Know? This week, much of the eastern half of the United States will experience heat risks in the major to extreme range, with many areas reaching temperatures above 100 degrees. Workers should have shifts that allow them to gradually get used to higher temperatures; use water, rest and shade as needed to stay cool; and know what actions to take when they recognize signs of heat illness. ¿Sabías? Esta semana, gran parte de la zona este de Estados Unidos experimentará riesgos de calor de importantes a extremos, con muchas zonas que alcanzarán temperaturas superiores a los 100 grados. Los trabajadores deben tener turnos que les permitan acostumbrarse gradualmente a temperaturas más altas; utilizar agua, descanso y sombra según sea necesario para mantenerse frescos; y saber qué medidas tomar cuando reconozcan signos de enfermedades relacionadas con el calor.

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