Stay Cool When It's Hot: Safety Tips for Summer
Summer is here, and with it comes days filled with bright sun
and hot temperatures. It's a great time for relaxing with family
and friends, enjoying outdoor activities and catching up on chores
around the house.
As you venture outside during the warm days ahead, be sure
you’re taking steps to stay cool when the sun and temperatures are
high. Keep these summer-safe tips in mind and share them with loved
ones and neighbors.
- Drink plenty of water and avoid caffeinated, sugary
drinks.
- Wear sunscreen any time you’re outside.
- Wear light-colored and lightweight fabrics – think cotton.
- Hats are a great way to shield your eyes and head from the
sun.
- Be kind to eyes by wearing sunglasses – make sure they are
coded for UV and UVB sunlight. And don’t forget kids – their eyes
need protection too!
- If you’re working or playing outside,
be sure to take breaks to cool off – try to do activities in shady
areas.
- Avoid being outside during the
hottest time of the day, which surprisingly isn’t always midday.
Late afternoon is usually when the highest temperatures of the day
occur.
- Don’t forget your four-legged friends! Make sure your pets have
plenty of water throughout the day and access to a shady,
well-ventilated area away from the sun.