Extreme heat tip sheets
6 ways to keep cool in extreme heat
When temperatures increase, it’s important to consider the ways the heat impacts your body.
Working in extreme heat
Extreme heat can lead to on-the-job accidents, cause illness and, in rare cases, can even be deadly.
Preventing burns during extreme heat
Everyday objects conduct heat easily in direct sunlight and can reach temperatures capable of causing third-degree burns.
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke
Always be alert to the symptoms during extreme heat.
Fainting and loss of consciousness
Extreme heat can make people pass out. Learn the signs and what to do.
Overheating and seniors
For senior citizens, hot weather can be much more than just a nuisance.
Heat rash
While common and not particularly serious, it’s a sign that your child is too warm.
Heating and cooling your home for less
Energy efficiency is good for your wallet and the environment, too.
When the power goes out unexpectedly
Learn ways to prepare, how to take action and what hazards to avoid.
Communicating during a crisis
The usual ways of keeping in contact with your community may not be effective during and after a crisis.
Things to pack in a GO kit
Pack properly so you can leave quickly.
Extreme heat and mental health
While people can understand the physical impact, extreme heat also affects mental health.
Climate change and mental health
Learn how it impacts mental health and ways you can cope.
Addressing eco-anxiety
Understanding and addressing eco-anxiety is crucial for developing effective mental health support and encouraging constructive coping strategies.
Common reactions to crisis
Responses may seem unusual for you, but some reactions are not uncommon.
Dealing with change
How you approach situations can reduce your stress and anxiety and help you bounce back quicker and stronger.
Coping with disaster
Everyone who sees or experiences a disaster is affected by it in some way.
Managing stress
While everyone experiences stress, learn why social support and self-care are so important.
Children’s common reactions to disaster
Kids may not be able to say what’s bothering them. Learn the signs.
Reducing the intensity of stress
If left unaddressed, stress can continue to build and affect your health and ability to cope with life.
Grief and stress
The loss of a loved one is life’s most stressful event. Despite the talk about the “stages of grief,” there’s no real guide to mourning.
Grief and loss
Going through the grieving process is not something that must be done alone.