90+ degree weather is on its way, keep cool and safe from heat related illness by following these safety tips:
•Drink plenty of water: Drink water even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol, caffeine or lots of sugar because they will speed up fluid loss.
•Limit physical activity: Avoid physical activity during the hottest time of the day—10 a.m.-3 p.m.
•Never leave children, vulnerable adults, or pets in hot cars. Doing so can be deadly.
•Stay in air-conditioned areas, whenever possible.
•Cool off by taking a bath or shower: Cool, plain water baths or moist towels work best. Do not cool children in alcohol baths.
•Wear cool clothing: Lightweight, light-colored and loose-fitting clothing can help you keep cool. Cotton clothes are good because they let sweat evaporate.
•Do not bundle babies: Babies do not handle heat well because their sweat glands are not fully developed. Do not put them in blankets or heavy clothing.
•Cover your head: Wear a wide-brimmed, vented hat or use an umbrella when outdoors because your head absorbs heat easily.
•Wear sunglasses and sunscreen: Use sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher when outdoors.
•Rest often in shady areas: Find shady places to cool down when outdoors.
•Check on frail or elderly family, friends, or neighbors often.
Need a place to beat the heat and cool down a bit? The Sunnyvale Public Library is open Monday thru Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., it’s a great place to chill out and enjoy some books too.
Library location: 665 W. Olive Avenue
Stay cool, Sunnyvale!
For weather updates visit www.weather.gov.
