Brothers William and Andrew Curran of Stonepark go bare chested on the way back from the field as the sun blazes down
WHILE we may be experiencing our most prolonged period of sunshine for years, the unexpected weather has led to no ambulance calls to deal with heat exposure.
The startling statistic was revealed by an ambulance service spokesman who confirmed that there were no calls made for an ambulance concerning heat exposure.
He did though concede this would not necessary include certain instances where heat may have been a factor.
“There may have been cases of heat exhaustion under the category ‘unconscious and fainting’. We have a number of people and it doesn’t say why the person collapsed so it is possible the heat could have played a part.
“In terms of heat though you’re mostly talking about parades and they are generally carried out by St John’s Ambulance.
“Only in severe cases would they pass it on to us. They may also admit people to hospital.
“All I can say is there wasn’t a single call specifically due to the heat. That’s not to say people weren’t collapsing in Fermanagh, it’s just we weren’t dealing with it.”
Dr Ian Crawford, consultant in emergency medicine based at the South West Acute Hospital, Enniskillen urged caution in the summer, especially during the warm weather.
“Summer is a great time for children and young people to get out and be active especially in the good weather and long evenings.
“However, we would like to remind parents that Emergency Department (A&E) statistics show attendances for children are highest during the summer.
“By following some simple safety steps some incidences can be avoided to ensure children have a fun-filled and safe summer.”
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