Cool Zone & Heat Safety Tips!
July 15, 2010
Filed under Press Releases, Safety Tips
It’s summer and hot! Stay cool! Stay hydrated & safe. To help you stay cool and keep your energy costs down, the County is offering “Cool Zones” – click on the following link:
http://www.co.san-diego.ca.us/hhsa/programs/ais/documents/coolzones.pdf
For tips on heat safety, here’s some great information from the American Red Cross:
http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.1a019a978f421296e81ec89e43181aa0/?vgnextoid=a69ff6c5fd47b110VgnVCM10000089f0870aRCRD
When driving, running errands - NEVER leave your baby/child, the elderly, or your dog in your vehicle – not even for a moment - that could easily turn into a FATAL mistake. Temperatures in a vehicle can rise in a matter of seconds. If you see that someone has left a baby/child, an elderly person or a pet alone in a vehicle – call 9-1-1!
Stay hydrated – drink plenty of WATER – stay away from caffeine like tea and coffee drinks, and most of all alcohol, these drinks “dehyrate” the body and can be dangerous. Take cool showers if you are at home to cool down. Make sure your pets have cool shade areas and plenty of water as well. Be safe!
Thank you!
