Suspension Bridge Wheeling, WV About Your Area Your Local EMA About Community Alert Programs & Resources Volunteering Emergency Contacts LEARNING CENTER Department of Homeland Security advisory system for terrorist attacks.		Stand by Your Tan Protect Yourself at Jamboree in the Hills Written by Alcinda Shockey Administrator Wheeling-Ohio County Health Department If you're one of the lucky thousands of country music fans who will flock to the Ohio hills near Wheeling this July for Jamboree in the Hills, you're probably already making big plans: What will you wear? Where will you stay? What kinds of food and beverages will you bring? But have you been thinking about the heat? With lots of sun, temperatures in the high 80s, and stifling humidity expected once again, the Super Bowl of Country Music could become a nightmare for the unprepared. more... Summer More Than Thirst Quenching- Dehydration does more than make you thirsty. It can lead to confusion, increased heart rate, and more. In extreme cases dehydration is life threatening. It’s also easily preventable. Food Banning Bacteria- Nobody likes an uninvited guest stopping by to ruin your dinner, especially when you’re eating out—outside that is. Learn how to keep your barbeque and picnic foods germ free. Summer It’s Getting Hot in Here- High temperatures don’t just make you uncomfortable. They can also make you sick. See how dangerous exceptionally hot and humid days can be. view full calendar		Thursday, July 2, 2009 Already receive alerts? Sign in. E-mail: Password: Did you forget your password? WEST VIRGINIA 211 West Virginia now has a free, local referral system that connects you with important community services, disaster information, and volunteer opportunities. 211 is an easy to remember telephone number available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The 211 resource directory is also available on the web. To escape thick smoke in a fire, stop, drop, and roll. True False The four phases of emergency management are mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. This site is sponsored by
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