Higher temperatures and increased humidity can cause unseen hazards. Missions can suffer, vacations can be ruined, and lives can be endangered or lost.
Heat stroke is the most serious heat-related illness and can cause death or lead to permanent disability. About 2,800 troops suffered illnesses from dehydration to heat stroke last year; that number is 50 percent higher than it was five years ago!
Prevention starts with training. Follow the link below for guidance from the NYARNG Safety Office on how you can prevent heat injuries.
DMNA Press Releases
NY National Guard In the News
WTEN, -- Thu, 22 May 2025 NY Army National Guard holds Memorial Day ceremony (video) LATHAM, N.Y. (NEWS10) The New York Army National Guard held a ceremony on Thursday in honor of fallen members of the Army and Air National Guard. There was a reading of names, a moment of... (more)
Glens Falls Post Star -- Wed, 21 May 2025 Cohoes resident promoted to colonel in New York Army National Guard takes command of Aviation Brigade LATHAMPaul Bailie, a Cohoes resident, was promoted to colonel in the New York Army National Guard and took command of the 42nd Combat Aviation Brigade during a May 17, 2025, ceremony at the... (more)
WRGB -- Wed, 21 May 2025 New York National Guard boosts EMS workforce with 150 newly certified EMTs Albany, NY (WRGB) In a significant boost to New York's emergency medical services workforce, approximately 150 New York National Guard service members have successfully obtained Emergency... (more)