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Marylanders doing their best to beat the excessive heat, storms cause power outages
By Mike Hellgren,
6 days ago
Marylanders doing their best to beat the excessive heat 02:52
BALTIMORE -- Maryland sweltered with high temperatures and an excessive heat warning on Tuesday.
People in the Baltimore area attempted to stay cool by hydrating, staying in the shade or inside, or feeling the breeze from the water.
"It's still just too much. We're hitting every air-conditioned spot that we can get," said Joe Moon, who was visiting to see the Orioles take on the Chicago Cubs.
The Inner Harbor splash pad was the perfect place to stay cool on one of the hottest days of the year. CBS News Baltimore
"Oh, it is very humid out," said Tee Smith as she splashed in the water with her children. "But the sprinkler is keeping us cool so we're not feeling it."
The latest available data from the Maryland Department of Health shows 443 heat-related emergency room visits so far this year.
There have been four heat-related deaths statewide—all in Prince George's County.
There were nine last year and five in 2022.
Last year, the first heat-related death was not reported until mid-July.
Last year, the first heat-related death was not reported until mid-July. CBS News Baltimore
The Maryland Department of Health also reports more than 100 heat-related emergency room visits during the week of June 23 through 29 alone. Most patients were between the ages of 18 to 44.
The Maryland Department of Health also reports more than 100 heat-related emergency room visits during the week of June 23 through 29 alone. CBS News Baltimore
"I'm just walking around with my shirt off and just trying to stay under the cloud cover," said Johannes, a visitor from Los Angeles, as he walked along the Inner Harbor promenade.
"Pack water. Pack lots of it. If you're dehydrated, it's not good so definitely drink up and don't be afraid to stop and get some shade," advised Jamal Cody, as he walked around Baltimore with his family.
June was the warmest on record globally—a 13-month streak of worldwide record temperatures.
Impact on vehicles
The heat can also cause a strain on your car.
"Make sure you have an emergency kit with you, lots of water especially if you're traveling with pets or kids, make sure that your tires are in good shape," said Ragina Ali, from AAA Mid-Atlantic.
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