Protect Yourself Key Messages
If you are under an extreme heat warning:
- Find air conditioning, if possible.
- A Cooling Station during the day is the Dunellen Library.
- Avoid strenuous activities.
- Watch for heat illness.
- Wear light clothing.
- Check on family members and neighbors, especially the elderly and youth.
- Drink plenty of fluids.
- Watch for heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
- Never leave people or pets in a closed car.
Featured Protective Actions
- Stay indoors in a location with working Air Conditioning (A/C) or go to a location with A/C.
- If outdoors, seek shaded areas or wear a wide-brimmed hat to protect your face from the sun.
- Avoid overexertion and strenuous activity, especially during the warmest part of the day.
- Know and watch for signs of heat-related illnesses.
- Know expedient treatment and when to seek medical attention.
- Know methods for reducing heat impact (e.g., using shades to block sun, wearing light-colored, loose fitting clothing, and staying hydrated).