During hot days, here are eight quick tips to stay cool and look after others.
- Drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
- Stay inside and out of the heat if possible. Save the yard work for another day or time.
- Visit our indoor locations such as libraries, government centers and community centers during operating hours, or visit other air-conditioned options such as a local mall or store. For people experiencing homelessness, our homeless shelters are also available.
- Know the symptoms of heat-related illness. Heat stroke is an emergency, so call or text 9-1-1.
- Check on people with vulnerabilities in our community who may need help responding to the heat.
- Never leave children, the elderly or pets alone in a car.
- Fans create air flow, but give a false sense of comfort and they do not reduce body temperature. Stay hydrated and take other steps to get cool.
- Our Department of Emergency Management and Security has information online about extreme heat, including important terms to know.
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