The Maryland Department of Health (MDH) announced recently the first reported heat-related death of 2023 in Maryland. The death occurred in Cecil County; the decedent was a male aged 52. While anyone can be a victim of heat-related illness, the highest risk groups include people under age 5 or over age 65, people with chronic illnesses, people taking certain medications and those who are exercising or working outdoors. During the 2022 extreme heat season, Maryland had 5 heat-related deaths. From May through September, MDH monitors temperature conditions and incidents of heat-related illness and death. Weekly reports may be found online through the Office of Preparedness and Response Extreme Heat webpage.
