Dyer County Reports First Heat-Related Death of the Summer

Dr. Gene Dorio | Advice as Summer Hits

Summer has returned, and the danger of hot, dry weather is threatening again. Climate change has brought extremely hot temperatures back into the headlines, leading to heat-related issues like dehydration and heat exhaustion. These illnesses can affect anyone at any time. However, we know that some groups, such as older adults, are more vulnerable. Drinking water isn’t the only way to prevent illness. Here are some things you could do: • Watch f…

Dyer County has first heat-related death of Summer 2025, medical examiner says

Dyer County has reported its first heat-related death of Summer 2025, according to a medical examiner.

Dyer County reports first heat-related death of the summer

MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- The Dyer County Medical Examiner's Office has reported its first heat-related death of the summer. In a social media post, the Dyer County Sheriff's Office said that this incident "serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by extreme heat, particularly to vulnerable populations." Heat indexes for the weekend around the Mid-South. (National Weather Service) Dyer County Sheriff Jeff Box urged residents to take precautions during …

Dyer County Reports First Heat-Related Death of Summer 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Dyer County Medical Examiner’s Office Reports First Heat-Related Death of Summer 2025 The Dyer County Sheriff’s Office is saddened to report to our community that the Dyer County Medical Examiner’s Office has reported the first heat-related death of the summer today. This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the dangers posed by extreme heat, particularly to vulnerable populations. Sheriff Jeff Box urges all residents t…