A heat advisory is expected for Thursday, July 27 through Saturday, July 29, 2023 with heat indices forecasted to reach excessive heat levels up to 103 or higher on Friday.
Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can cause heat stroke and death, especially in people who take certain medications.
To avoid health complications from excessive heat:
- Drink plenty of water or other non-alcoholic beverages.
- Make sure children, the elderly and those with chronic health conditions are drinking water and ensure that persons with mobility problems have adequate fluids in easy reach.
- Wear sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays.
- Use sunscreen with SPF 15 or higher and both UVA and UVB protection.
- If you do not have air conditioning, spend time in air-conditioned places such as libraries, movies, malls or other public buildings during the hottest hours of the day. Check with your municipality to see if cooling centers are available.
- Wear loose and light-colored clothing. Wear a hat when outdoors.
- Avoid any outdoor activity during the hottest hours of the day. Reduce physical activity or reschedule it for cooler times of the day (early morning or evening).
- Don't leave children, a frail elderly or disabled person, or pets in an enclosed car – not even for a minute – as temperatures can quickly climb to dangerous levels.
- Talk to your health care provider about any medicine or drugs you are taking. Certain medications – such as tranquilizers and drugs used to treat Parkinson's disease – can increase the risk of heat-related illness.
