PHILADELPHIA - This year's fourth heat wave is supposed to hit on Thursday and another is already in the forecast for next week.
For some people, the heat means extra time in the pool, but for others, cooling off and staying safe in the heat is not that easy.Vanoka Jones brought her four children to the spray ground at Dilworth Park at City Hall, so they could enjoy some time in the water.
But, during a dangerous heat wave, she realizes that there are still risks to being outdoors. "It's hot. We can't take the heat," said Jones. "Sometimes, you can overheat."Doctors say not drinking enough water or taking enough breaks in the sun are not the only factors causing heat intolerance.
The culprit could be the medications you take.RELATED: Philadelphia reports 2 heat-related deaths during dangerous heat waveRani Byrd says she is concerned because even over-the-counter medicines can make her sensitive to the triple digit heat."I would say a lot of medications do it.