Heat Exhaustion

UPS workers and union leaders held a rally outside a UPS facility in McKinney on Wednesday calling for changes to heat safety protocol.

A Longview UPS driver crashed into a tree Friday after passing out from heat exhaustion, according to union officials.

A Parkland Health pharmacy specialist explains why overexposure in high temperatures can make people on certain medications more sensitive to heat.

As North Texas prepares to celebrate Independence Day Thursday and throughout the weekend, doctors share best practices for fireworks, heat and COVID-19 safety.

A proposed rule from the the Occupational Safety and Health Administration would for the first time set in place regulations to better protect workers from extreme heat.

Experts say outdoor workers need to stay hydrated, wear protective clothing, and use the "buddy system" on the job to keep an eye out for heat-related illness.

Five Tarrant County residents have died from heat-related illnesses in July so far. Now, health experts are urging caution, especially when working out in the sun.

In triple-digit temperatures, drinking water frequently and resting in the shade are minimum safety measures for avoiding injuries and deaths. But they are not applied to every job site.

You can still enjoy the outdoors this summer despite the scorching weather, if you're smart about it. Here's what to watch out for and how to stay safe.

As the Texas heat wave continues into July, public health officials are encouraging people to notice the signs and symptoms of heat-related illnesses.

As North Texas hits triple digit temperatures this week, the chief of Emergency Medical Services at Parkland Hospital System explains the symptoms to watch for and how best to avoid heat-related illnesses.

Extreme heat can create health issues for everyone — but the elderly are particularly at risk.