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Extreme Heat

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Heat-related deaths and illnesses are preventable. Despite this fact, more than 600 people in the United States are killed by extreme heat every year. This website provides helpful tips, information, and resources to help you stay safe in the extreme heat this summer. Learn more about extreme heat.

Hot Weather Tips

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Check out our safety tips to help you stay cool, stay hydrated, and stay informed this summer.                                                                              

Signs of Heat-Related Illness

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Heat-related illnesses are preventable. Learn the symptoms and what to do if you or a loved one shows signs of having a heat-related illness.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Have a question related to extreme heat? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.                                                        

Protecting Vulnerable Groups from Extreme Heat
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Athletes
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Individuals with Chronic Medical Conditions
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Infants & Children
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Low Income Households
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Older Adults Aged 65+
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Outdoor Workers
Keep Your Pets Safe

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Follow our tips to help keep your pets safe this summer.                                                                  

Share Our Tips!

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Help your loved ones stay informed with podcasts, infographics, Tweetable tips, PSAs, videos, and more.

Resources for Health Professionals
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American Red Cross – Heatexternal icon

Department of GeoSciences: Safety Recommendations Fact Sheet: Never Leave Your Child Alone in the Car! pdf icon[PDF -105 KB]external icon

National Weather Service Heat Indexexternal icon

National Weather Service – Heat Safety Tips and Resourcesexternal icon

City of Boston (MA) Public Health Commission fact sheets on heat for individuals with disabilities and chronic illness and othersexternal icon (multiple languages)


Extreme heat infographic badge. Ready.gov logo CDC: Emergency Preparedness and Response Social Media
Page last reviewed: September 25, 2020
Content source: National Center for Environmental Health (NCEH), Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR)