Heatwaves are getting worse due to climate change. Here are some tips to stay cool and safe during hot weather.
– Wear Hat – Wear Sunscreen – Light Dress – Take Shade Breaks
– Dampen clothes – Use a cooling spray – Take cool showers – Cool wrists/ankles for a quick cooldown.
– Drink plenty of water throughout the day – Skip sugary drinks & caffeine (coffee, tea) – Electrolyte drinks can help replenish lost salts
– Dry mouth – Dizziness or confusion – Headaches
The sun is high, so skip the pub in the heat! Alcohol dehydrates you & disrupts sleep.
Stay cool, stay hydrated!
Skip heavy meals, Opt for light-balanced choices throughout the day. Like Fruits, veggies, and soups with high water content will keep you cool and hydrated.
– Schedule workouts for a cool morning or evening. – Hydrate well before, during, and after exercise. – Take breaks and listen to your body.
Keep windows closed during day to block hot air Use blinds or curtains to block sunlight Consider fan or AC for extra cooling At night, open windows for cooler air if it's safe
Confusion, headache, nausea, muscle cramps, pale skin Call emergency on (999) and cool the person down Know the difference: heat exhaustion is treatable, heatstroke is an emergency
Climate change brings more intense heatwaves. Beat the heat with these tips: hydrate, avoid midday sun, cool down, lighten up meals, keep home cool & know heatstroke signs.