Day 298 - Thursday, April 20, 2017
SerMOM Article...this explains what we are going through right now.  One of our zones has temps of 45C - 113F without heat index!
Here Comes The Sun!!

It’s Hot Outside!  Summertime in the Philippines and the heat is on.  How hot is it?  It’s so hot the balut salesmen have become telemarketers.   It almost feels like Deuteronomy 28:22 is upon us.  Maybe even feel like Lamentations 5:10. Its days like these we wish for Isaiah 4:6. 

The heat makes it hard to stay outside for long periods but out we must go to find “scattered Israel”.  For the next few months we can expect daily temperatures to be around 40 degrees (or more)!  Dehydration and heat stroke are serious problems we can avoid.  But we can’t just hope for Revelations 7:16.  Wise missionaries will take all necessary precautions to avoid heat related illness.  Including:

·        Drinking water (no caffeinated drinks) frequently, even if you are not thirsty.  Urine    should be clear or lightly colored.
·        Rest in the shade to cool down as you feel fatigued.
·        Wear an approved hat or carry an umbrella; wear light-colored clothing.
·        Be aware of signs of heat related illness:  headache, dizziness, nausea, sweaty skin, weakness, fast heartbeat, confusion, fainting.  Take action immediately if you or your companion experience any of these!

SYMPTOMS OF HEAT STROKE:
Headache, dizziness, disorientation, agitation, confusion, sluggishness, fatigue, seizure, hot dry skin that is flushed but not sweaty.  A high body temperature, loss of consciousness, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations. 

IMMEDIATE TREATMENT FOR HEAT STROKE:
  • Get the person to a shaded area.
  • Remove clothing and gently apply cool water to the skin followed by fanning to simulate sweating.
  • Apply ice packs to the groin and armpits. 
  • Have the person lie down in a cool area with their feet slightly elevated.  Cool the person rapidly however you can.
  • Electric fans are good to provide comfort but taking a cool shower or bath are better.  
As we protect ourselves from extreme heat we will know the blessings of Isaiah 49:10.  You will be able to work safely and effectively under the hot Philippines sun protected by good common sense and the company of angels.
Tandaan mo, mahal kita....Sister Clark

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

Image
Day 325 - Thursday, May 18, 2017 Today is President Clark's birthday.  It is also the final day of the Mission President Seminar.  This is our final Mission President's Seminar.  It is a day for me to reflect on just how wonderful this man is.  He is my strength, my go-to adviser, my knight in shining armor.  Our adventure in the Philippines has deepened my desire to be with him through the eternities.   A witness and testimony! These are days never to be forgotten!
Read more
Image
Day 379 - July 10, 2017                                         At approximately 6:30 a.m. on Monday morning we arrived at our home in Naperville.  Another wash of emotion fell upon us.  We were tired from traveling but rejuvenated with an enthusiasm for next steps.  My good friend, Lisa, welcomed us with balloons and notes all over the front door.  Our home looked so well kept.  Our friends who stayed here while we were gone took tender loving care of it.  It's good to be home!
Read more
Image
Day 307 - Saturday, April 29, 2017   Today we drove over to Baler early in the morning.  Monday is a national holiday so we couldn't find a vacant hotel room.  This meant we did all of our work in one day.  We did our interviews with these dedicated Elders then took them to an all-you-can-eat buffet.  It began as a quiet meal but as their stomachs began to fill, there was more conversation.  They are true Elders!  After they finished eating, we went around to each apartment and inspected.  I'm happy to announce that they all had clean apartments.    Elders being taught.
Read more