Heat advisory in effect today until 7p.m. this evening. Check out some tips to help you stay safe and cool.
- Take it easy!
- Drink plenty of water!
- Avoid strenuous activity!
- Stay out of the sun!
*Please remember to check on elderly relatives and neighbors during the heat emergency, and do not over exert yourself outdoors in the sun.
For a complete list of Philadelphia’s cooling centers, visit http://oem.readyphiladelphia.org/Map.
Tips To Avoid A Heat-Related Illness:
- Avoid, as much as possible, working or playing in the hot sun or other hot areas.
- If you must be out in the sun, wear a head covering. A wide-brimmed hat or visor will not only protect your head from intense rays of the sun, it will also provide a shield for your eyes.
- Use air-conditioners and fans.
- Open windows to release trapped hot air.
- Those taking regular medication should consult with their physician. Some medications cause an adverse reaction in hot weather.
- Wear lightweight clothing.
- Drink lots of liquids helps to avoid dehydration.
- Maintain a normal diet.
- Shower or bathe in water that is near skin temperature.
- Do not leave older people, children or pets alone in cars.
Signs Of Heat Stress:
- Decreased energy
- Slight loss of appetite
- Faintness
- Light-headedness
- Nausea
*People experiencing these symptoms should go to a cool environment, drink liquids, remove excess clothing and rest.
Source: Camden County Department of Health and Human Services
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