· Never leave children or pets alone in the car, even for a quick errand.

· Drink plenty of water.

· Practice sun safety by wearing sunscreen, a wide-brimmed hat, and sunglasses when outside.

· Find shade whenever possible throughout the day.

· Limit exercise to the early morning or the evening. Avoid strenuous activity during midday when temperatures are usually highest.

· Check the Heat Index. This measures how hot it actually feels outside, based on temperature and humidity. Take special precautions on days over 90°F.

· If you are experiencing symptoms of heat illness, such as headaches, dizziness, nausea, confusion, cramps, high body temperature, or a fast pulse, get medical help right away and move to a cooler place.

· Be a good neighbor. Check on family, friends, and neighbors, especially older adults, people who live alone, and people with medical conditions.

To help stay cool, you can seek relief from the heat in air-conditioned City buildings. Check City social media pages or contact 311 for the most up-to-date information on places you can visit to cool off.