Alert Center: Best practices for treating sunburn as heat wave progresses

Parents are advised to keep children inside during the heat wave, but just in case, here are some best practices for treating sunburn.

News 12 Staff

Jul 22, 2022, 10:35 AM

Updated 814 days ago

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Parents are advised to keep children inside during the heat wave, but just in case, here are some best practices for treating sunburn.
Sunburn is not immediately apparent. Symptoms usually start about four hours after sun exposure, worsen in 24-36 hours, and resolve in 3-5 days, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.