Extreme Heat Safety: How to Protect Your Health, Home and Vehicle

Extreme heat can cause dehydration, heat exhaustion and life-threatening heatstroke. Drink water regularly, wear light clothing, avoid strenuous activity during peak heat, and rest in a cool or shaded place if you feel dizzy, weak or nauseous. Confusion, fainting, seizures and very high body temperature may indicate heatstroke. Move the person to a cooler area, use cool water or wet cloths to lower their temperature, and seek emergency medical help. Do not give fluids to anyone who is confused or unconscious. Drivers should check coolant levels, hoses, radiators and cooling fans before long trips. If your engine overheats, stop safely and allow it to cool. Never open a hot radiator cap. At home, avoid overloading sockets, inspect damaged cables, keep appliances ventilated and use generators only outdoors, away from doors and windows. Check on children, older people, people with disabilities and anyone living alone. Simple precautions can prevent heat illness, vehicle breakdowns and electrical fires during very hot weather.

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