Contact information
Have a question about how to beat the extreme heat?
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Help for when it's hot Pages
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First aid information
Know the symptoms of heat-related illnesses.
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Hot weather information for Children and Parents
Children are more sensitive to heat and dehydration than adults.
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Keeping your pets cool in hot weather
It’s important to protect pets from the heat to avoid heatstroke, which can be difficult to treat once it begins, and can be life-threatening
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Swim and splash safely
Playing in cold water is a great way to cool off during hot weather. But water can quickly become dangerous.
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Take care of yourself and others during hot weather
Drink water, stay in the shade, seek out cool spaces and never leave people or pets in a hot car. Find other ways to stay cool and healthy here.
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Thinking of opening a cooling space?
Advice from cooling centers on how to lend a hand or open one of your own
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Tips to print and post
Download posters on how to take care of yourself in extreme heat, available in eight languages. With tips for older adults, children, athletes, outdoor workers and pet owners.
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Videos to beat the heat
Browse our collection of videos for tips to stay cool and safe during a heat wave.
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