Higher temperatures in southwest cities cause more burns and heat injuries.


Higher temperatures in southwest cities cause more burns and heat injuries.

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Higher temperatures in southwest cities cause more burns and heat injuries.

Ron Falk got very sick from the heat and lost his leg. He is still getting better but it's hard for him to walk.

Lots of people in Phoenix are getting hurt because the ground is too hot. The hospital has seen many people with bad burns from the hot ground.

The sun makes things like roads and sidewalks very, very hot. This can burn people's skin, especially if they fall down.

Children are also getting hurt because they don't realize how hot things are. Playgrounds can get very hot and burn children's skin.

It's important to be careful in the heat and protect yourself and your pets. Wear shoes, drink water, and try to stay cool.


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Who got very sick from the heat and lost his leg?

Ron Falk

Why are lots of people in Phoenix getting hurt?

Because the ground is too hot and causing bad burns

What can help protect you in the heat?

Wearing shoes, drinking water, and trying to stay cool


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