Be Prepared for Extreme Heat
Aug 5
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In most of the United States, extreme heat is a long period (2 to 3 days) of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees.
All of this information can be found on the hazard's Information Sheet.
Quick Facts- Greater risk (disabled, elderly, children).
- Can happen anywhere.
- Humidity increases the feeling of heat as measured by a heat index.
Words to KnowHumidity: - The amount of water vapor in the air. Humidity is invisible and can make sweating less effective.
Temperature: - The measure of how hot or cold something is.
Heat Stroke: - When the body temperature gets too high and can make someone breathe fast, feel dizzy, throw up, get headaches, or feel weak. This can be deadly.
Hyperthermia: - A dangerous condition where the body absorbs more heat than it can get rid of.
If you are under an extreme heat warning: - Find air conditioning, if possible.
- Avoid strenuous activities.
- Watch for heat illness.
- Wear light clothing.
- Check on family members and neighbors.
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
- Never leave people or pets in a closed car.
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