As temperatures climb across the region, emergency medical crews are preparing for an increase in heat-related calls. They are urging residents to take precautions before symptoms become serious.

News 12 rode along with Danny Da Silva, a paramedic supervisor with Empress, who said crews are expecting to stay busy during the heat wave. He explained that heat exhaustion can develop quickly and often catches people off guard if they are not paying attention to warning signs.

"Most syncopes that will happen today will be from heat exhaustion. If the heat exhaustion gets really bad, it'll turn into a heat stroke. At that point, you're in the hospital for quite a bit at that point," said Da Silva.

Officials urge people to stay indoors as much as possible and to drink lots of water.