08/17/2026
🌞 Beat the Heat. Stay Safe.
Whether you're working outside, exercising, attending sporting events, or simply spending time outdoors, take steps to protect yourself from heat-related illness.
💧 Heat Safety Tips
• Drink plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.
• Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Take frequent breaks in the shade or air conditioning.
• Avoid strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day
• Never leave children, older adults, or pets in a parked vehicle—even for a minute.
🚨 Know the Signs of Heat Stroke
Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Call 911 immediately if someone:
• High body temperature. A core body temperature of 103 degrees Fahrenheit (40 degrees Celsius) or higher is the main sign of heatstroke.
• Change in mental state or behavior. Confusion, agitation, slurred speech, irritability, delirium, seizures and coma can all result from heatstroke.
• Change in sweating pattern. In heatstroke brought on by hot weather, skin feels hot and dry to the touch. However, in heatstroke brought on by strenuous exercise, sweating may be profuse.
• Nausea and vomiting. Someone with heatstroke may feel sick to their stomach or vomit.
• Flushed skin. Skin may turn red as body temperature increases.
• Rapid breathing. Breathing may become rapid and shallow.
• Racing heart rate. Pulse may significantly increase because heat stress places an extreme burden on the heart to help cool the body.
• Headache. Heatstroke may cause the head to throb.
While waiting for help:
✔ Move the person to a cooler area.
✔ Cool them with cold water, wet towels, or ice packs.
✔ Do not give them anything to drink if they are unconscious or confused.
Let's all do our part to stay safe this summer. Check on neighbors, family members, and friends—especially older adults and those without air conditioning.
