Extreme Heat

As the summer days grow hotter it is important to remember how to protect you and your family from the effects of extended high heat exposure.

• Drink plenty of water – Drink water throughout the day, even when you are not thirsty and avoid caffeine and alcohol.
• Stay cool indoors – Complete outdoor activities in the morning or evening and go indoors to air conditioned buildings during the heat of the day.
• Pace yourself and wear appropriate clothes and sunscreen when outdoor activities are a must.
• Check on your neighbors and family – The heat is very hard on the elderly and those with medical conditions. Be sure to check on your loved ones and neighbors to ensure they have access to a place to cool down and are coping with the extreme heat.
• Don’t forget your pets – The high heat is hard on your pets. Ensure they have access to shade and plenty of water. Bring them indoors to cool down and give them a break from the harsh heat. Never leave your pets in a car when it is hot.

Public buildings provide respite from the high heat. A cool zone is a location to get out of the heat for a period of time to let your body cool down.  Cool zone facilities include libraries, community centers, malls, and senior centers. Cool zones do not offer snacks or water, only air conditioned facilities.   Glenn County designated Cool Zone Sites