The advisory was in place for Oregon Lower Treasure Valley.
Heat safety: A guide to staying safe in high temperatures
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Stay hydrated:
Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. -
Find cool shelter:
Stay indoors in an air-conditioned room to keep cool. -
Avoid sun exposure:
Avoid direct sun exposure, protect yourself and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors. -
Child and pet safety:
Take every precaution to never leave young children and pets alone in vehicles, especially in extreme heat when car interiors can quickly become hazardous. -
Caution outdoors:
When working or spending time outside, take extra precautions. -
Select the ideal time:
If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening when the heat is less intense. -
Recognize heat-related issues:
Learn to identify the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. -
Dress for comfort:
Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.
Additional tips for outdoor workers:
- The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas for outdoor workers.
- If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
- In emergencies, call 911 for immediate assistance.
These NWS heat safety directives are essential for safeguarding your well-being when facing high temperatures. Stay well-informed and take the necessary precautions to shield yourself and others from the potential hazards of extreme heat.
Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.
Heat safety: A guide to staying safe in high temperatures
-
Stay hydrated:
Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
-
Find cool shelter:
Stay indoors in an air-conditioned room to keep cool.
-
Avoid sun exposure:
Avoid direct sun exposure, protect yourself and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors.
-
Child and pet safety:
Take every precaution to never leave young children and pets alone in vehicles, especially in extreme heat when car interiors can quickly become hazardous.
-
Caution outdoors:
When working or spending time outside, take extra precautions.
-
Select the ideal time:
If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening when the heat is less intense.
-
Recognize heat-related issues:
Learn to identify the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
-
Dress for comfort:
Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.
Additional tips for outdoor workers:
-
The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas for outdoor workers.
-
If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
-
In emergencies, call 911 for immediate assistance.
These NWS heat safety directives are essential for safeguarding your well-being when facing high temperatures. Stay well-informed and take the necessary precautions to shield yourself and others from the potential hazards of extreme heat.
Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.
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Update: Heat advisory previously issued for Oregon Lower Treasure Valley will expire at 9 p.m.
Update: Heat advisory previously issued for Oregon Lower Treasure Valley will expire at 9 p.m.
Update: Heat advisory previously issued for Oregon Lower Treasure Valley will expire at 9 p.m.