The Heat is On! Are You Heat Aware?

Heat is one of the most deadly weather phenomena. According to the National Weather Service, in a normal year, more people die on average due to excessive heat than floods, lightning, tornadoes and hurricanes combined. In Iowa, summer means two things: heat and humidity. Both combine to create conditions that tax the human body beyond its natural cooling abilities. Heat is a silent killer and knowing the dangers of summer heat and how to prepare for it can save lives.