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Extreme Heat Preparedness

Are you prepared for Extreme Heat?

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Extreme heat is a period of high heat and humidity with temperatures above 90 degrees for at least two to three days. In extreme heat, your body works extra hard to maintain a normal temperature – a level of stress that can lead to death.

  • Quick Facts

    Extreme heat often results in the highest annual number of deaths among all weather- related disasters.

    • Can happen anywhere
    • Humidity increases the feeling of heat as measured by a heat index

  • Remember

    • Extreme heat can occur quickly and without warning.

    • Older adults, children and sick or overweight individuals are at greater risk from extreme heat.

    • Find air conditioning if possible.

    • Avoid strenuous activities.

    • Wear light clothing.

    • Drink plenty of fluids.

    • Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heatstroke.

    • Never leave people or pets in a closed car.

  • Know what the temperatures may mean

    • > 130 F° Sunstroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heatstroke are LIKELY
    • 90-104 F° Sunstroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps and heatstroke are POSSIBLE
    • 80-89 F° Fatigue is POSSIBLE
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