Nine Safe Tips To Prevent Heat-related Illness

Everyone should take these steps to prevent heat-related illnesses, injuries, and deaths during hot weather:

1. Stay in an air-conditioned indoor location as much as possible.
2. Drink plenty of fluids even if you don’t feel thirsty.
3. Schedule outdoor activities carefully.
4. Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen.
5. Pace yourself.
6. Take cool showers or baths to cool down.
7. Check on a friend or neighbor and have someone do the same for you.
8. Never leave children or pets in cars.
9. Check the local news for health and safety updates.

(Culled from Centers For Disease Control and Prevention)