PREPARE FOR HOT WEATHER AND THUNDERSTORMS

"Very hot, humid weather and thunderstorms are expected over the next few days.

Please take steps to stay safe.

Heat Safety

Stay inside in air-conditioning when you can.

Drink lots of water, even if you don't feel thirsty.

Try not to be outside during the hottest part of the day (3:00 PM - 5:00 PM).

Never leave kids or pets in a car.

Wear light-colored, loose clothes if you must go outside.

Check on family, friends, and neighbors who might need help staying cool.

Signs of Heat Illness

Heat exhaustion: heavy sweating, feeling weak, dizzy, sick to your stomach, or having a headache.

Heat stroke: hot dry skin, confusion, or passing out. This is an emergency. Call 911 right away.

Thunderstorm Safety

Thunderstorms may bring strong winds, hail, and lightning.

When you hear thunder, go indoors right away.

Stay inside for at least 30 minutes after the last sound of thunder.

Stay away from windows. 

Avoid using corded electronics during the storm.

If you are outside, stay away from tall objects, open fields, and water.

If you are driving, slow down, use headlights, and never drive through flooded roads.

Power Outage Tips

Keep phones and backup batteries charged.

Use flashlights instead of candles.

Keep fridge and freezer doors closed to help food stay cold longer.

Stay tuned to local weather updates and take steps to protect yourself and others!

Local Cooling and Clean Air Centers:

Albany County: Cooling Stations: http://albanycountyny.gov/departments/health/cooling-stations

NYSDOH: Cooling Centers: https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/weather/cooling/

NYSDOH: Clean Air Centers: https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/outdoors/air/cleanair.htm "

Shared from today's Albany County email update.