The state of Sonora, south of Arizona, leads all of Mexico’s states for heat-related illnesses and injuries this year — with nearly 300 reported cases, according to new data released by the Mexican government.
Sonora has registered 100 more cases of heat injury or illness than the next highest Mexican state. More than two thirds of heat illnesses in Sonora were attributed to dehydration.
There have been nearly four times as many cases of heatstroke compared to the same time last year.
In a press release, the state of Sonora said most heat-related illnesses are seen in men — due to exposure to high temperatures from work or outdoor activities. It urged men not to ignore thirst and to and avoid physical activity during the hottest hours of the day.
Sonora has registered 17 heat-related deaths so far this year.
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