IPOH: Perak has recorded five cases of heat exhaustion, all involving army personnel, following persistently hot weather since May.
State Health Committee chairman A. Sivanesan said the cases were reported during Keris Strike 2025, a military field exercise held in forested areas near Sungai Siput and Sauk in Kuala Kangsar on July 27.
He said the affected individuals, aged between 22 and 39, were among an estimated 2,500 participants in the exercise.
“All five army personnel were hospitalised at Kuala Kangsar Hospital with symptoms consistent with heat exhaustion, including dizziness, nausea, and near-fainting episodes.
“None required intensive care, and no fatalities were reported. The individuals had been in the forest for three days under extreme heat conditions.
“Fortunately, early intervention by military medical personnel and subsequent hospital care helped stabilise their condition,” he said.
He was speaking to reporters after handing over Employment Insurance benefits and launching the MyFutureJobs Mini Career Carnival at Wisma Perkeso here today.
He added that initial treatment was provided at the Regiment Aid Post (RAP) before the patients were transferred by military ambulance to the hospital’s emergency unit.
He also advised the public to remain cautious by staying well-hydrated, avoiding strenuous physical activity, and limiting outdoor exposure during the current hot weather.
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