Staying cool outside

Lower your activity level and avoid strenuous activity. If you must do errands or plan to exercise, do so early or late in the day when it is generally cooler. 

Never leave children or pets in a parked car 

Avoid direct sun by staying in the shade and wearing a hat and protective clothing. Use sunscreen and UV-protective eyewear 

Seek cooler, breezier areas when outdoors, such as large parks near trees and water 

If you work in a hot environment, discuss and act on ways to decrease heat exposure with your employer and coworkers

TIP: Pets are part of the family too. Make sure they have plenty of water and are with you in cool locations. When outside, stay in shady areas and avoid asphalt and pavement. Those surfaces can burn paws.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE GETTING TOO HOT

Overheating can be harmful to your health and potentially deadly. If you’re experiencing symptoms such as rapid breathing, rapid heart rate, extreme thirst, and decreased urination with an unusually dark yellow colour, take immediate steps to cool down and seek emergency care:

Get medical attention, or call 911 or your local emergency number

Submerge yourself or the person you’re helping in cool water

Remove clothes and apply wet cloths to the skin