Summer officially starts on Monday, June 21st. The upcoming temps on the Navajo Nation are expected to be in the high 80’s & 90’s.
During these heatwaves, it’s important to stay safe, keep an eye on your family members especially young children and the elderly.
Here are some tips on staying safe from:
Extreme Heat Safety Social Media Toolkit | Ready.gov
Stay Indoors
- Roughly 40% of unwanted heat buildup in our homes is through windows. Use awnings or curtains to keep the heat out! #BeatTheHeat
- #BeatTheHeat by staying indoors and in the shade. More tips for the entire family on www.ready.gov/kids/know-the-facts/extreme-heat #BeatTheHeat this summer!
- Tip: Check the weather stripping on doors and windows to keep the cool air in. #BeatTheHeat
- Extreme heat can often lead to #blackouts. Don’t be in the dark, learn how to prepare at: www.ready.gov/power-outage #HeatSafety
- Fans alone aren’t enough in high heat + high humidity. Get inside in A/C or go to a public place like the library, museum, or shopping mall to #BeatTheHeat
- During extreme heat, stay indoors as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun. www.ready.gov/heat #BeatTheHeat
- Enter your zip code at www.211.org to find cooling-off centers near you! #SummerSafety #BeatTheHeat
- Contact your local Office of Emergency Management to find a cooling-off center near you. #BeatTheHeat
Reduce Heat Impact
- In extreme heat, dress in loose-fitting, lightweight, and light-colored clothes. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays. #BeatTheHeat
- Check on your pets frequently to ensure they are safe during extreme heat. #BeatTheHeat
- Keep strenuous activity to a minimum during the hottest parts of the day (11am-2pm) and use a buddy system! #SummerSafety
- #BeatTheHeat tip: Check on seniors, people who are ill or may need extra help frequently.
- Make sure you drink LOTS of water to stay hydrated and prevent dehydration, heat stroke & more. #SummerSafety
- During extreme heat drink plenty of water, even if you don’t feel thirsty. #HeatSafety
- Got heat cramps? Rest in a cool place & drink a beverage containing electrolytes and sodium, like a sports drink. #BeatTheHeat
- Recognize when someone is suffering from dehydration or heat stroke & act quickly! Learn the signs: https://www.cdc.gov/disasters/extremeheat/index.html #SummerSafety
- Here’s a sizzling summer tip – Get trained in first aid to learn how to treat heat-related emergencies! #SummerSafety
- Have you ever experienced the “urban heat island effect?” Learn more about #HeatSafety and how to prepare at www.ready.gov/heat
- Video: #HeatSafety information and tips in American Sign Language https://youtu.be/0DZFOJowvb8
- #BeatTheHeat by making water your beverage of choice during extreme heat over soda to prevent dehydration.
- During extreme heat, check on family, friends, and neighbors who do not have air conditioning and who spend much of their time alone. #SummerSafety
- High heat and humidity cause the body to work extra hard to maintain a normal temperature. Stay indoors with air conditioning. More tips at www.ready.gov/heat #HeatSafety
- Too hot to play outside? www.ready.gov/kids offers plenty of games and activities that will help children learn and prepare for emergencies as they play! #SummerSafety
- Don’t forget about your pets. Share these tips from the Humane Society to keep pets safe in the heat: http://bit.ly/1RRltIL #BeatTheHeat
Car Safety
- NEVER leave children or pets alone in hot vehicles! Heat can rise in a car, up to 20 degrees in just 10 minutes! #BeatTheHeat
- Even with the windows rolled down, only minutes in a hot car can be deadly for your pet! NEVER leave your pets in the car! #PetPreparedness #HeatSafety
- If you see a kid in a hot car- act fast! You could save a life! #HeatstrokeKills #HeatSafety
- Heat related deaths ARE preventable! Look before you lock! http://www.weather.gov/heat