Heat-Related Emergency Calls Rise in Washington DC as Temperatures Near 100 Degrees

Near 100-degree temperatures prompted an increase in calls to emergency medical services in Washington DC. Officials said the hot conditions are expected to continue. Medical workers prepared for more heat-related illnesses during celebrations of the nation's 250th anniversary. The same high temperatures are forecast to remain in place through the period.

Emergency medical services recorded higher call volumes tied directly to the heat. Responders stated they are adjusting staffing and resources ahead of scheduled public events. Local health agencies advised residents to limit outdoor activity during peak afternoon hours. Officials said cooling centers would remain open for the duration of the heat wave.