HEAT ALERT! IMPORTANT INFORMATION!
Date Posted: 06/13/2022
Attention Columbia Housing Residents: Extreme Heat Alert, Take Precautions
Columbia Housing | CH Cares
High temperatures combined with high humidity will create dangerous weather conditions in the Midlands over the next week. Please review the following recommendations and stay safe!
- Listen to local news for critical updates from the National Weather Service (NWS)
- Never leave children alone in enclosed vehicles. In just 10 minutes, a car can heat up 20 degrees and become deadly. Place your purse, backpack, or bag in the back seat as a reminder that your child is in the car.
- Never leave pets in the car. Cracking the window does not help. The inside still gets dangerously hot.
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, even if you do not feel thirsty.
- Eat small meals and eat more often.
- Avoid extreme temperature changes.
- Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun's rays.
- Slow down, stay indoors, and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day.
- Take frequent breaks if you must work outdoors.
- Check on family, friends, and neighbors.
Remember Covid-19 is Still a Threat
- Covid transmission does NOT decrease in hot weather.
- People infected with, or recovering from, Covid-19 are likely more vulnerable to heat stress.
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