Staying safe in the sun: Experts explain how to prevent sunburn and skin damageWith dangerous heat and intense UV rays rising on the Coast, experts say just a short time in the sun can lead to serious health risks. WXXV News 25’s Asia Ellis has the important steps you need to take to protect yourself before heading outdoors. Whether you’re spending time at the beach or just enjoying the sunshine, protecting your skin should be a priority to help prevent long-term damage from excessive sun exposure. Sunburn patient Mia Broussard said, “It was a like a five-day trip and I put SPF-30 sunscreen on only once. I started peeling the second day and after that I didn’t reapply at all because it started burning.