July is Extreme Heat Safety Month
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[July 07, 2022]
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
is sharing tips to beat the heat because July is Extreme Heat Safety
Month. “We’ve already had 100 °+ temperatures for several days in
June, and it’s clear that extreme heat is dangerous,” said IEMA
Deputy Director Scott Swinford. “Take precautions and reduce your
risk to avoid heat exhaustion by staying cool and well hydrated.” |
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High temperatures paired with significant
humidity can lead to increased risks of heat cramps, heat
illness, heat stroke, and heat exhaustion.
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Take breaks in the shade
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Drink plenty of water
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Avoid overexertion and strenuous outdoor
activities
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Wear light-colored, loose-fitting clothing that
covers the skin to prevent sunburn
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Use sunscreen
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Don’t leave children or pets in a vehicle - Look
before you lock!
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Keep curtains and shades closed at home
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Take cool showers or baths
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Avoid using your oven
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If you don’t have air conditioning, visit a
cooling center, store, or mall
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Check on family members, seniors, and
neighbors
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Follow our five NWS offices that cover
Illinois (Chicago, Quad Cities, Lincoln, Paducah, and St.
Louis)
Extreme heat is high heat and humidity with
temperatures above 90 degrees for at least two to three days. Be
better prepared for the weather and learn about specific heat terms
here:
https://www2.illinois.gov/ready/
hazards/Pages/HeatTerms.aspx
More tips on extreme heat safety can be found here:
https://www2.illinois.gov/ready/
hazards/Pages/ExtremeTempsHot.aspx
Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA):
www.Ready.Illinois.gov
[Illinois Office of Communication and
Information] |