Charlotte EMS heat-related calls highest since 2020, new records show
For 2026, there were 343 total calls and 290 patients treated on scene or transported for medical care. Charlotte EMS has records for the highest number of heat-related calls received between May and September, according to Channel 9. For 2026, there were 343 total calls and 290 patients treated on scene or transported for medical care. These calls include illnesses like heat stroke, severe dehydration, and heat exhaustion. The assistant state climatologist, Corey Davis, said the increase in calls was not surprising, as 2026 was the fifth warmest summer on record for Charlotte. The days with the highest calls tended to occur later in the summer when high temperatures were 95 or higher. Most of these days with high call volumes had heat advisories issued. However, Davis said there is still work to be done in terms of communication.
发表 : 2天前 经过 Michelle Alfini 在 Weather Health
CHARLOTTE — Channel 9 obtained records for every heat-related call Mecklenburg EMS received between May and September, which includes illnesses like heat stroke, severe dehydration, and heat exhaustio... [3012 symbols]
