In the Permian Basin, heat waves can pose a significant threat to older adults. As temperatures rise, this demographic may be at greater risk of overheating, even while indoors.

Aging bodies often struggle to regulate temperature efficiently, and certain medications can increase this risk. People 65 and older are particularly vulnerable to the dangers of heat waves.

Further information on warning signs and how to cool down quickly is available from local sources, including KOSA CBS7 and their First Alert 7 team, who provide updates and advice on staying safe during extreme heat events in Midland, TX.