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Extreme
Heat Tips
During a heatwave
- Avoid direct sun and heat.
- Avoid or minimize strenuous activity during
hottest part of day, 11:00am – 4:00pm.
- Stay indoors and stay cool with an air conditioner
or electric fan.
- Close blinds, drapes, doors and windows to
keep heat out during the day.
- Keep electric lights down or off.
- Drink plenty of water regularly and often.
Avoid alcohol, caffeine and sugar.
- Eat small meals. Avoid foods high in protein
and fat. Avoid cooking if possible.
- Wear light-colored, lightweight, loose fitting
clothing.
- If you have a baby, be aware of heat risks.
Consider a cool, not cold water bath.
- Do not leave people or pets alone in parked
cars.
- Apply cool damp towels to wrists and back
of neck. Sit in front of a fan to increase evaporation.
- If you must go out, public buildings such
as libraries, senior centers, movie theaters, grocery stores
or shopping malls may provide air-conditioned refuge during
the hottest part of the day.
- Call 911 for any serious heat related medical
conditions.
For more information, go to: www.oes.ca.com,
www.abag.gov,
www.usgs.gov,
www.pge.com
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