High temperatures and extreme heat can cause heat-related illness, injuries and even death, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Those at highest risk include people aged 65 and older, children younger than two and people with chronic diseases or mental illness. The CDC said there are protective actions people at risk, and even healthy people, can take to keep themselves safe:
- Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as you can.
- Limit your outdoor activity.
- Drink more water than usual, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
- Schedule outdoor activities carefully and wear loose, lightweight and light-colored clothing.
- Wear and reapply sunscreen.
- Take cool showers or baths to cool down.