Extreme Heat

• Stay indoors, avoiding exposure to the sun.
• Close drapes, shades or shutters and lower awnings to keep out heat from the sun.
• Use fans or air conditioning, or stay in basement or lowest floor.
• Take cool showers.
• Eat light meals and drink plenty of fluids.
• Dress in lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Wear a wide-brimmed hat outside.
• Never leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles.
• Avoid strenuous exercise.
• Limit alcohol and caffeine, which are diuretics and increase the risk of dehydration.

More Information

For more in-depth information, please visit the Disaster Services section of the American Red Cross website, www.redcross.org, or the Hazards section of the FEMA website.