How Quickly Can You Get Sun Poisoning In Boise?

We're finding ourselves in the high-90s here in the Treasure Valley for the foreseeable future. It's hot. Really hot. Is there any reprieve from the sun courtesy of some fluffy, friendly clouds? Absolutely not! That sun is beating down on you like a laser beam.

So, um, how can you protect yourself from sun poisoning. In case you don't know, or have never had it, it absolutely sucks. You don't want sun poisoning.

Um, how fast can I actually get sun poisoning if I'm spending time in Boise outside?

Unfortunately, you can begin to feel the painful effects of sun poisoning mere hours after too much sun exposure. Of course, that depends on how long you were exposed to the sun's rays, your skin type, etc. However, if you're outside in the sun, you are at risk of sun poisoning.

The symptoms? Awful:

• Red, tender sunburn
• Blisters
• Swelling
• Itching
• Rash
• Headache
• Dizziness

There's more details online on what you can do to protect yourself from sun poisoning, and what to do in case you develop symptoms, here.

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Help is on the way! Don't worry, we're here!

Are you currently sunburnt? Extra crispy? A lil' too red...like...everywhere? Luckily, there are some things you can do to sooth your pain and irritation.

First thing's first, get out of the damn sun, fool! Find some shade, stay inside, avoid the sun like the plague. If you have to be in direct sunlight, bathe yourself in sunscreen. Once you've applied sunscreen in an amount you feel is sufficient, triple it. You aren't stronger than the sun, Craig.