While the first weekend of summer may have been unseasonably cool in Idaho, temperatures are starting to climb back toward the triple digits. That could mean bad news for Idahoans who rely on certain medications.
Triple Digit Temperatures on the Way for Boise
With the high temperature only reaching 67º on June 21, concert goers just experienced the coolest Boise Music Festival in the event’s history. I don’t know about you, but I was much happier throwing on a hoodie to keep warm toward the end of the concert than I was sweating through everything in 2024.
But those comfortable conditions won’t last long. At press time, we’re looking at temperatures climbing back into the triple digits by the end of June. That kind of heat doesn’t just make outdoor plans a bit uncomfortable, it can be downright dangerous if you’re not familiar with common signs of heat-related illness.
Signs of Heat-Related Illness
As a runner, I’ve experienced my fair share of heat related issues while competing. While trying to defend my 3200 District title, I collapsed at the finish line. One trip to the ER later, I was diagnosed with heat exhaustion and dehydration.
Terrified of it happening again, I over hydrated the day of our first cross country meet the following summer. This time, I managed to wash most of the salt out of my system. Guess what happened? I collapsed…again…