With six straight days of 100 degree plus temperatures predicted in Rocklin, make sure you, your family and pets stay safe. Extreme heat events, or heat waves, are the most common cause of weather-related deaths in the United States. People suffer heat-related illness when their bodies are unable to properly cool themselves. The body normally cools itself by sweating. But under some conditions, sweating just isn't enough. In such cases, a person's body temperature rises rapidly. Very high body temperatures may damage the brain or other vital organs. Elderly people, infants, children, and people with chronic medical conditions are more prone to heat stress.
Here are some tips to help keep safe and cool in hot weather:
- Stay hydrated
- Stay cool
- Dress comfortably
- Use sunscreen
- Never leave children or pets in cars
- Eat less frequently
- Monitor those at high risk
- Keep informed
- Stay cool