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9 tips on how to stay safe from heat

11:00 AM
July 19, 2025

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9 tips to stay safe from the heat

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The heat continues to torch parts of the United States as we move through the summer months. You can stay safe while the mercury rises!

According to a study conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 735 people die each year due to heat-related illness, making it the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. Heat-related deaths were reported most frequently among males and adults aged 65 years or older. Whether you're in Phoenix, Miami, or Waco, Texas, or expecting a heat wave in your area, here are 9 useful tips on taking care of yourself and your loved ones from extreme temperatures.

9 Tips to stay safe from the heat:

  • Stay properly hydrated
  • Rest and cool down in the shade during breaks
  • Avoid working outside during the hottest part of the day
  • Know symptoms, prevention, and emergency response to prevent heat-related illness and death.
  • Check the weather forecast ahead of time to be better prepared
  • Never leave a child unattended in a vehicle, even with the windows down and for just a minute.
  • Teach children not to play in, on, or around cars. They could accidentally trap themselves in a hot vehicle.
  • Always lock car doors and trunks -- even at home -- and keep keys out of children's reach.
  • Always make sure children have left the car when you reach your destination. Don't ever leave sleeping infants in the car.

Protecting loved ones

Texas, Florida, and California report the most child deaths due to being left inside hot cars. Children’s bodies warm faster than adults, making them especially vulnerable to heat exposure. Other sensitive groups include people with disabilities, the elderly, and those with pre-existing conditions, which make them more susceptible to the heat.

Remember, you can track heatwaves on the app using the interactive TemperatureRadar.

Mary Mays
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