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Heat waves are turning deadly across Hampton Roads, sending emergency rooms into overdrive with record numbers of heat-related illnesses — from cramps and dehydration to life-threatening heatstroke. Last year, over 1,000 people sought emergency care between May and September, a sharp spike from previous years, and this year’s numbers are already worse. Experts warn heat isn’t just uncomfortable — it’s a silent killer that strains the heart and can mask underlying conditions. During last July’s extreme heat, hundreds were hospitalized in just two days. Lifeguards and doctors urge immediate action: get into shade, hydrate, and heed your body’s warning signs — because heat illness strikes fast and can be fatal.

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