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How to Keep Cool and Safe in the Heat
Hot Weather Tips for Individuals and Families
Heat Emergency Tips
- Outdoor workers require special precautions during excessive heat conditions and employers must follow California’s heat illness prevention regulations www.dir.ca.gov/oshsb/heatillnessoaltext.doc .
- Children up to age 4, people taking certain medications, persons with disabilities, and seniors age 65 and over are particularly less able to cope with hotter weather and should be monitored throughout the day for signs of heat-related illness.
- Regardless of your activity level, drink more fluids —especially water—and more than you think you need. Your body needs water for many crucial functions and dehydration can lead to serious health effects.
- Make sure clothing is lightweight and comfortable and—if you’re planning to be outdoors—avoid the hottest parts of the day by scheduling activities during cooler hours (generally mornings and evenings). Also be sure to wear a hat and use sunscreen because sunburn affects the body’s ability to cool itself.
- Don’t over exert. Stay cool indoors by turning on an air conditioner or evaporative cooling system. If you don’t have access to air conditioned space at home, please visit a local shopping mall, senior center, public library, community center, or other facility that is open to the public.
- Do not rely only on electric fans during a heat wave. When the temperature is in the 90s or above, a fan will not prevent heat-related illness. A cool shower or bath is a better way to beat the heat and keep body temperatures a safer levels.
- Use common sense. Avoid hot meals and heavy, spicy foods when the weather gets hot. Eat smaller meals more often.
- Never leave infants, children, or pets unattended in your vehicle, not even for a moment.
- If you, or someone you know, may be at risk for heat-related illness, talk to a doctor or pharmacist.
- And call 911 in the event of a true health emergency
Visit www.dhs.ca.gov or www.redcross.org for comprehensive guidelines about staying healthy in hot weather.
Hot Weather Tips for Persons with Special Needs
For hot weather tips specifically designed to protect the elderly, visit http://www.bt.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/elderlyheat.asp
Hot Weather Tips for Animals
Beat the Heat Printable Flyers in English & Spanish provided by:
San Joaquin County Public Health Services www.sjgov.org/PHS
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If you have questions about the current status in San Joaquin County, you may contact:
- City of Stockton Office of Emergency Services
(209) 937-8439
- San Joaquin County Office of Emergency Services
(209) 468-3962, www.sjgov.org/oes
- If you have an emergency, please call 9-1-1.
Helpful Resource Links...
The Governor's Office of Emergency Services
Area Forecasts and Information
National Weather Service - Stockton/Sacramento Area
Weather Advisory, Watch, Warning, Outlook - What does it all mean?
Plan 2 Survive in San Joaquin County
Disaster Preparedness
Disaster preparedness is essential for everyone. Please take the time to develop a plan with your family. Visit www.ready.gov for helpful tips for your personal planning.
In the event of an Emergency Call 911
For additional information please contact:
Fire Administration (City Hall) Map
425 North El Dorado Street
Stockton, CA 95202
(209) 937-8801