A heat advisory is in effect for much of the New York Tri-State area, with potentially record breaking temperatures on Shabbos and Sunday.
High heat and humidity with heat indices of 95-100 degrees are expected.
New York, New Jersey and Connecticut are advising residents to take precautions.
HEALTH AND SAFETY TIPS FOR PROTECTION AGAINST THE HEAT
– Go to an air-conditioned location, even if for a few hours.
– Stay out of the sun and avoid extreme temperature changes.
– Avoid strenuous activity, especially during the sun’s peak hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you must do strenuous activity, do it during the coolest part of the day, which is usually in the morning between 4 a.m. and 7 a.m.
– Remember: drink water, rest, and locate shade if you are working outdoors or if your work is strenuous. Drink water every 15 minutes even if you are not thirsty, rest in the shade, and watch out for others on your team. Your employer is required to provide water, rest, and shade when work is being done during extreme heat.
– Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing when inside without air conditioning or outside.
– Drink fluids, particularly water, even if you do not feel thirsty. Your body needs water to keep cool. Those on fluid-restricted diets or taking diuretics should first speak with their doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider. Avoid beverages containing alcohol or caffeine.
– Eat small, frequent meals.
– Cool down with a cool bath or shower.
– Participate in activities that will keep you cool, such as going to the movies, walking in an air-conditioned mall, or swimming at a pool or beach.
– Make sure doors and windows have tight-fitting screens and, in apartments where children live, and window guards. Air conditioners in buildings more than six stories must be installed with brackets so they are secured and do not fall on someone below. Window guards can prevent children from falling out of a window and suffering serious injuries or even death. Screens keep mosquitoes that can spread West Nile Virus out of your home and keep cats from falling out of windows.
-Never leave your children or pets in the vehicle, even for a few minutes.
