It’s Hot! How North Texans Are Dealing With The Heat

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Triple Digit Temps All Week

Remember: Stay Hydrated!

Don’t Leave Kids, Elderly, or Animals in car!

Be Careful When Working Hard or Exerting Self!

Keep an eye on very young

OSHSA Heat Stress

Getting Help For The Summer Heat « CBS Dallas / Fort Worth

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#HeatSafety Tips from @info4disasters

Here are some great HeatSafety Tips from @info4disasters

Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids even if you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with caffeine or alcohol.

Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.

Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day. Postpone outdoor games & activities. Use buddy system & take frequent breaks if work outdoors.

Check on your animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat.

 

More Heat Safety Tips

 

Special Weather Warning via @Wunderground) #sfwwx #dfwwx

Note:  The below Special Weather Statement is via WeatherUnderground

 

Statement as of 3:01 PM CDT on June 26, 2012

… Air pollution watch level Orange…

Air pollution watch – level Orange – for Dallas-Fort Worth.

The Texas commission on environmental quality (tceq) has issued a
level Orange air pollution watch for the Dallas-Fort Worth area
for Wednesday, June 27, 2012.

Atmospheric conditions are expected to be favorable for producing
high levels of ozone air pollution in the Dallas-Fort Worth area
on Wednesday. Ozone levels could reach the level Orange
“unhealthy for sensitive groups” category.

Elevated concentrations of ozone can act as a lung irritant.
Individuals with chronic lung disease, such as asthma and
emphysema, as well as the elderly and Young children, are
particularly sensitive to ozone and should attempt to avoid
exposure. To avoid exposure, minimize exertion outdoors during
the mid-day to early evening hours or stay indoors in an air-
conditioned room during this time.

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