06/24/2024
Be careful outside folks!
Our region is under a heat advisory until Tuesday night.
for dangerous heat as hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Remember to check on vulnerable loved ones:
Small children
Older adults
People with chronic diseases low-income populations
Outdoor workers
They have a higher risk of heat-related illness, including heat stroke, difficulty breathing, and cardiovascular problems.
✔️Drink plenty of water and natural fruit juices, even if you’re not thirsty. Avoid alcoholic beverages, sweetened beverages and drinks with caffeine, such as coffee, tea and colas.
✔️Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. If you must go out, use sunscreen and wear a wide-brimmed hat.
✔️Avoid going out during the hottest times of the day. Take frequent breaks if working during the heat of the day.
✔️Inside during the day, keep shades drawn and blinds closed. Use air conditioning whenever available. Even just two hours per day in air conditioning can significantly reduce the risk of heat-related illness.
✔️Fans should only be used in a ventilated room. Blow hot air out a window with a fan during the day, and blow cooler air in at night.
✔️Take cool (not icy cold) baths or showers. Eat frequent, small meals. Avoid high-protein foods, which increase metabolic heat. Fruits, vegetables and salads constitute low-protein meals.
✔️Do not leave children or pets in a closed vehicle with the windows up. Temperatures inside a closed vehicle can reach over 140° within minutes.
✔️Provide extra water and access to a cool environment for pets.
