Heat Illness and Heat Waves
Hot and humid summer weather can cause serious illness and death. On average, more Americans die from heat waves than all other natural disasters combined. The best way to prevent heat illness is to stay in an air conditioned place. Make sure you are prepared and help family, friends, and neighbors stay cool during a heat wave.
The fact sheets below provide general information on how to prevent heat illness. Talk to your health care provider for more information.
For more information call 311. Translation services are available.
Last update: 07/29/2008
