Dear Residents,
Extreme heat is defined as summertime temperatures that are much hotter and/or humid than average. Because some places are hotter than others, this depends on what’s considered average for a particular location at that time of year. Humid and muggy conditions can make it seem hotter than it really is.
During extreme heat, please follow the tips below:
- Stay indoors as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun
- Stay on the lowest floor out of the sunshine if air conditioning is not available
- Consider spending the warmest part of the day in public buildings such as libraries, schools, movie theaters, shopping malls, and other community facilities.
- Eat well-balanced, light, and regular meals.
- Drink plenty of water.
- Limit intake of alcoholic beverages
- Dress in loose-fitting, lightweight, and light-colored clothes that cover as much skin as possible.
- Protect your face and head by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Use “broad spectrum” or “UVA/UVB protection” sunscreen.
- Check on family, friends, and neighbors who do not have air conditioning and who spend much of their time alone.
- Never leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles.
- Avoid strenuous work during the warmest part of the day. Use a buddy system when working in extreme heat and take frequent breaks.
Source: https://www.nj211.org/summer-heat
Additionally, see Preventing Heat-related Illness (HRI) in English and Spanish.
To locate a cooling center nearest you, visit https://www.nj211.org/nj-cooling-centers.
Finally, we would like to share a webinar hosted in July by the Region 2 Individual and Community Preparedness Program.
Pathway to Preparedness, Wednesday, July 17, 2024 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm ET
- Please join the Region 2 Individual and Community Preparedness Program and the NJ Department of Human Services for an informative disaster preparedness training specifically designed to support the Disabilities, Access and Functional Needs (DAFN) Community.
- The State of NJ, working in coordination with their Statewide Independent Living Council created this disaster preparedness training specifically to support the Disabilities, Access and Functional Needs (DAFN) Community. with funding received from the Regional Catastrophic Preparedness Grant Program. An abridged version of the training will be delivered followed by a 30-minute session with tips on how you can deliver this program in your community.
- Who should attend? The whole community — Emergency Managers, Human and/or Social Services decision makers, Offices on Aging or Senior Services, Senior Citizen or Retirement Community Leads, Core Advisory Groups, individuals and families, including those with disabilities and others with access and functional needs, caregivers, volunteer and faith-based organizations, local, state, federal government and private sector.
- Register HERE
Take care and be well,
NWBRHC Staff
