Treatment for Heat Stroke must be given quickly or the casualty may die. Babies and old people are particularly at risk.
- Move the casualty to a cool places. Remove the clothing and cover the body with a wet sheet. Keep it wet with cold water, and fan the casualty until the body temperature drops to 38 degrees Centigrade.
- Call a doctor or ambulance as soon as possible. If the casualty becomes unconscious, put him in a recovery position, and continue the cooling treatment.
- When the casualty's temperature is down to 38 degrees Centigrade, replace the wet sheet with a dry one. Continue fanning. If her temperature rises again, restart the cooling treatment.
