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What to do about heatstroke summer outdoor activities
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Activity Japan Editorial Department

Especially when the temperature is high, it is often featured in the news Heatstroke measures featured.
especially To enjoy summer activities, it is necessary to learn about heat stroke in advance will be

Popular outdoor activities , Camp & BBQ (barbecue) , Climbing/Hiking ,moreover sea ​​activities measures against heat stroke I'd like to introduce_______

Please learn about measures against heatstroke in advance and enjoy the outdoors!

What are the symptoms of heatstroke? Easy-to-understand explanation

What is heat stroke?

heatstroke What is A condition in which the body's body heat builds up due to being in a hot and humid environment for a long time and the body's ability to regulate body temperature does not work properly. It refers to

Factors that cause heat stroke are: environment "" body "" action It is believed that this is due to

Three factors that cause heatstroke
  1. environment
    • high temperature and humidity
    • closed indoors
    • light wind
    • room without air conditioning
    • Sunlight is strong
    • a hot day
    • arrival of heat wave
  2. body
    • Elderly people (over 70), infants, and obese people
    • Dehydration due to diarrhea or influenza
    • People with chronic illnesses such as diabetes or mental illness
    • Poor physical condition such as hangover or lack of sleep
    • undernutrition
  3. action
    • Intense muscle exercise or unaccustomed exercise
    • long hours of work outdoors
    • inability to hydrate

Heatstroke can occur not only outdoors, but also indoors when you are not doing anything. .
Summer is not the only season, but spring, autumn, and winter can also cause heatstroke if the factors overlap. . Therefore, regardless of whether you are outdoors, indoors, or in any season, take proper precautions against heatstroke.

Hydration image for heatstroke

Even if you think you are not thirsty, It is important to replenish water frequently . It may be too late to rehydrate when you feel 'thirsty'.

It is recommended to take a break every 10 to 20 minutes and replenish water to prevent heat stroke. . When exercising and sweating profusely, Sports drink that can replenish salt together Let's replenish

Symptoms of heat stroke is as follows: three stages can be divided into
Characteristics and countermeasures for each symptom Let's look at.

Initial symptoms of heatstroke (mild: degree I): First aid on site

  • dizzy
  • Lightheadedness
  • I can not stop sweating
  • Cramps
  • numbness of hands and feet

measures

  • Replenish cold water and salt
  • Move to a cooler place (lower the room temperature with an air conditioner, etc.)
  • rest

Heatstroke Moderate symptoms (II degree): need to be transported to a hospital

  • headache
  • nausea
  • feeling tired (fatigue)
  • Feeling dizzy (feeling lethargic), etc.

measures

  • move to a cooler place
  • Supply enough water and salt
  • Loosen your clothes and cool your body
  • rest
  • Seek medical attention if you cannot drink water on your own

Severe symptoms of heat stroke (III degree): Hospitalized and transported to the intensive care unit

  • The reaction is strange even when called (there is disturbance of consciousness)
  • can't walk straight
  • have jerking
  • body is hot

measures

  • call an ambulance immediately
What to do while waiting for an ambulance
  • move to a cooler place
  • Loosen your clothes and cool your body
  • rest
  • Don't force yourself to drink water

The symptoms of heat stroke change depending on the timing and content of coping, and the patient's condition. Early recognition of abnormalities due to heat stroke and treatment will prevent aggravation, so let's check carefully.

below Heat stroke measures and prevention I will explain about

What should I do to prevent heatstroke?

A woman holding a parasol to prevent heat stroke
Heat stroke measures and prevention
  • Wear moisture-wicking and quick-drying clothes
  • breathable clothing
  • Avoid wearing black clothes and choose light colors such as white
  • use hats and umbrellas
  • gradually acclimate to the heat
  • Cool the body with ice packs, ice, cold towels, etc.
  • Measure temperature and humidity indoors

Heatstroke measures for, Moisture-absorbing and quick-drying cotton, linen, and polyester are recommended. . Clothes that are light and airy and have open collars Let's choose
Do not wear black clothes as they absorb heat. . Light colors such as white is best.

again, Use a hat or parasol to avoid direct sunlight on your skin . It is also important to gradually acclimate your body to the heat. Especially when you are outdoors, use ice packs, ice packs, cold towels, etc. to cool your body and prevent heat buildup.

Even when you're indoors, don't let your guard down, Temperature below 28 degrees , Humidity below 70% Please keep it to

continue, Camping/BBQ (barbecue) , Climbing/Hiking , sea ​​activities Measures against heatstroke in I will explain.

Reference: Ministry of the Environment heat stroke prevention information site "Information and materials site for heat stroke prevention" Kyoto Prefecture "Symptoms of heat stroke and how to deal with it"

Measures against heatstroke Recommended goods for heat measures for camping and BBQ (barbecue)

A woman cooling off with a small fan at a campsite
Camping/BBQ Goods against the heat
  • Cool hat (cool cap)
  • Cool towel (cool towel)
  • instant coolant
  • cool mist
  • Small fan (portable fan)
  • portable cold air machine
  • hard cooler box

Camping/BBQ (barbecue) is a popular activity these days as it allows you to feel the nature while enjoying a sense of openness.

It's an activity that you can enjoy outdoors. Cool hat (cool cap) or Cool towel (cool towel) , instant coolant , cool mist Let's prevent heat from staying in the body by using .

Easy to carry Small fan (portable fan) is summer camp or BBQ Items that work in USB charging It is recommended because it is easy to use outdoors.
There are various types such as desktop type, hand-held (carry around) type, and hanging type. So please choose the one that suits you.

portable cold air machine uses the heat of vaporization when water evaporates to send out cool air . The advantage is that it is cooler than a small fan (portable fan).
Some can be filled with ice instead of water, so choose according to your preference.

hard cooler box uses a heat insulating material for the body, so it is characterized by being less affected by the outside temperature. . put in cooler box Keeps food and drinks cold It is especially recommended for outdoor activities in the hot summer!

[Okinawa Onna village] Authentic charcoal BBQ with a superb view overlooking the sea | Dinner plan

ocean barbecue
Blue Cave/Onna Village
4,300 Yen~ (tax included)

Enjoy authentic charcoal-grilled BBQ at a [superb view location] overlooking the west coast of Okinawa. The ingredients we provide are carefully prepared and prepared. BBQ cooking does not use gas/iron plate (which is done at general BBQ places), but uses "Bincho charcoal" and enjoys grilling.

[Hyogo/Akashi] A plan to enjoy BBQ at a location overlooking the sea! (Bring-in BBQ plan)

kukahi
Akashi/Higashiharima
2,200 Yen~ (tax included)

Would you like to enjoy BBQ in a location overlooking the sea? It is a plan that you can enjoy freely by bringing your own BBQ ingredients.

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Heat stroke measures Recommended heat measures goods for mountain climbing / hiking

A woman who hydrates during mountain climbing / hiking
Climbing/Hiking Heat countermeasure goods
  • Cool hat (cool cap)
  • Cool towel (cool towel)
  • instant coolant
  • cool mist
  • PET bottle holder with cool function
  • Insulated bottle

Generally speaking, the difference between hiking and mountaineering is based on an altitude of 500m. .
Hiking is an activity that climbs a mountain with an altitude of 500m or less, and mountaineering is an activity that climbs a mountain with an altitude of 500m or more. It is said.

camp BBQ In addition to the cool hat (cool cap), cooling towel (cool towel), instant coolant, and cool mist introduced in can drink cold drinks PET bottle holder with cool function or Insulated bottle convenient to have is.

Climbing/Hiking You will sweat more than you can imagine because you will be walking around. Bring some drinks.

☆ Shiretoko, Hokkaido ☆ Primordial forest and cliff trekking-Nature guide guides you to places not listed in guidebooks!

Shiretoko Nature Guide Starhours
Shiretoko/Abashiri/Kitami
5,000 Yen~ (tax included)

You can experience the tranquility of Shiretoko even during busy periods such as summer vacation and autumn holidays. This is a course that takes you through reclaimed land and forests to see the waterfall of groundwater pouring into the Sea of ​​Okhotsk. If the weather is clear, you can see the 200m-high precipitous cliffs that reach Shiretoko Cape. It is a course to see cliff waterfalls like "Furepe Falls", but there is no promenade here and you have to climb over a log.

[Saitama / Tokigawa] The view from the top of the mountain is the best! Yumitateyama trekking tour! 2.5 hours experience! Women, families, couples, and singles are welcome! With tour photos!

sherpa
Higashimatsuyama/Sakado
4,500 circle 4,000 Yen~ (tax included)
Discount campaign in progress!

This is a Mt. Yumitate trekking tour in Tokigawa Town, Saitama Prefecture. Anyone who loves nature and wants to be healed by nature is welcome! ! And one person is also very welcome! ! Mt. Yumitate is a low-mountain mountain that is ideal for trekking at an altitude of 426 meters. The view from the top of the mountain is superb! If the weather is good, you can see the Tokyo Sky Tree, Tokyo Tower, and the eastern mountains from the northern Kanto region.

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Heat Stroke Countermeasures Goods against the heat recommended for sea activities

Goods for heat protection recommended for sea activities

sea ​​activities What is snorkeling Diving experience fishing are the main activities.

Sea activities Heat countermeasure goods
  • Cool hat (cool cap)
  • cooling vest
  • instant coolant
  • cool mist
  • Insulated bottle
  • PET bottle holder with cool function
  • Cool towel (cool towel)
  • neck fan

sea ​​activities ,especially fishing There is nothing to block the sun, so the sun hits your body directly during the experience . Cool hat (cool cap) cover yourself to prevent heat buildup in your body. cooling vest is also recommended.

Also light and easy to carry instant coolant or cool mist It is safe to carry. Insulated bottle or PET bottle holder with cool function If you bring your own, you can replenish cold drinks during your fishing experience.
Cool towel or neck fan can be used hands-free, so it is a recommended item during the fishing experience is.

snorkeling or diving is an underwater activity. However, even in the sea, the back of the head and neck are exposed to strong sunlight, making it easy to get sunburned.
A sunburn has the same symptoms as a burn, so there is a risk of heatstroke due to the rapid loss of water in the body. .

Furthermore, when wearing a wet suit, it is difficult to notice even if you sweat. . It is difficult to feel thirsty in the sea Therefore, please take breaks according to the guide and drink water frequently.

[Kanagawa / Yokohama] Feel free to go fishing for "horse mackerel" "Half-day boat fishing course" Beginners, women and children are welcome! Participation empty-handed OK

Second Kamoshitamaru
Yokohama
6,000 Yen~ (tax included)

◆ Plan explanation It is a popular plan aiming at horse mackerel that beginners, women and children can easily catch in Tokyo Bay. I'm glad that you can choose between morning and afternoon sessions! Beginners can also receive a lecture from a fun boatman who loves the sea! Please feel free to join us! Women and children (up to junior high school students) are usually 6,000 yen ⇒ 4,500 yen! ! "Horse mackerel(

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Okinawa blue cave specialty store Blue Ocean
Blue Cave/Onna Village
11,500 circle 7,500 Yen~ (tax included)
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First time diving in Blue Ocean! ! ! A dedicated instructor will be in charge of one group. It is a great experience diving that you can participate empty-handed. The staff in charge are all veterans, so you can participate with peace of mind.We will support you slowly and carefully from the beginning. A fun experience for beginners and non-swimmers alike

[Okinawa Prefecture Onna Village] [Okinawa Blue Cave] Recommended for family trips! Blue cave snorkel & Onna village parasailing set plan! Super summer sale in progress

Okinawa blue cave specialty store Blue Ocean
Blue Cave/Onna Village
18,000 circle 15,000 Yen~ (tax included)
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In Onna Village, Okinawa Prefecture, Blue Ocean Snorkel and Parasail can be done together in the same place. You can depart from the same port without any car movement. You can enjoy both blue cave snorkeling and parasailing in about 4 hours from the port of Onna without wasting your valuable time. here

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Heat Stroke Prevention Summer Outdoor Activities Recommended Goods Summary

Cold barley tea in hot summer

To enjoy summer outdoor activities, Heatstroke measures is essential.
If you learn about the symptoms of heat stroke and take measures, you will feel safe is.

Recommended heat stroke countermeasure goods according to the scene and enjoy your activities!

*The information in this article is current as of August 2023.

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