A significant increase in heat-related illnesses was reported in Denton County last week. The number of cases quadrupled during this time, coinciding with an extreme heat wave. Conditions similar to last week's are forecast for the current week.

Certain groups are more susceptible to heat-related illnesses, particularly men between 18-35 years old who work outdoors. Further information on heat-related illnesses and their impact on the community is available from the Denton Record-Chronicle. Details on the various types of heat-related illnesses that can affect people are also provided in the source.