Dealing with Extreme Heat

Due to the extreme heat, the potential for heat-related illnesses significantly increases, particularly for those that work outdoors or are engaged in outdoor activities. Please make sure to take precautions to try and prevent heat-related illnesses from occurring.

• Drink Plenty of fluids to maintain hydration

• Stay in cool areas whenever possible

• Stay out of the sun

• Avoid strenuous work

• Check on your relatives, elders, and neighbors

• Go to the California Department of Public Health FAST FACTS for preventing summer heat injuries.

NEVER leave children or pets in vehicles under any circumstance.

Be Informed During Wildfire Season

Watch Duty (mobile app): Alerts in your area for wildfires

• https://www.watchduty.org/

• Available for iOS and Android – they also have a website option

 Nixle Alerts: Local Police/Fire/Emergencies 

• Create an account: https://member.everbridge.net/index/892807736722865#/signup

• Or, text your ZIP CODE to 888777 for mobile alerts