Stay cool: Heat shines down on Craven Country Jamboree

It's not easy keeping cool as it soars into the mid-30s. It's even more difficulty for campers who are out in the sun all day at the Craven Country Jamboree.

With temperatures expected to be around 30 C all weekend, emergency staff are driving around in golf carts reminding people how to avoid heat stroke.

Belinda Mitchell, coordinator for emergency services at the festival, said campsite medical work comes with unique challenges.

I don't want to be the partypooper, but I think I'd like to see them out there using a lot of water.- BelindaMitchell

"When they call in, it's very important to understand exactly what site we're going to," Mitchell said. "We get called to 'the Pilsner flag', and we kind of need it narrowed down from the 800 we have in our campground."

Mitchell's crews are spreading the word about heat stroke, reminding people to drink water and get in the shade.

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While the heat is a major factor, Mitchell said there is another major culprit that leads to heat stroke.

"I mean, the beer," she said. "I don't want to be the party pooper, but I think I'd like to see them out there using a lot of water associated with that beer as well. Keep themselves well-hydrated."

Mitchell said her crew of 35 emergency workers are riding around the grounds with water for people who need it.

But not everyone is struggling with the heat. Some of the festival's veteran campers, including Glen Whitney, said they know what they're doing.

"We've got a nice pool set up here with some nice fresh water," Whitney said. "We've got a sun shade and the sun is shining. Hey, I'm not complaining."