Extreme heat wave in parts of the U.S: suggestions on how to protect yourself if you can’t stay indoors

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How to protect yourself during a heat wave if you can't stay indoors FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (AP) — It’s hot and getting hotter for workers and everyone else outdoors as the first significant heat wave of the year makes its way eastward across the United States. More than 70 million people were under extreme heat alerts Monday. What's more, the heat will move in and sit. Excessive humidity will make it feel even more oppressive. “The duration of this heat wave is notable and potentially the longest experienced PBS NewsHour

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From gardeners to builders, not everyone can stay indoors. Here’s some advice on how to cope from some of the people who will be working outside this week.

Watch yourselves, and others ...

Do what you need early.etc  ...

 

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Albert Gomez replied on Permalink

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Jane,

Can you share the updated Miami-Dade County’s Heat Action Plan?  Is this information up-to-date?
Thank you,
Albert Gomez


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Subject: [global-health][4 other groups] Extreme heat wave in parts of the U.S: suggestions on how to protect yourself if you can’t stay indoors
Date: June 18, 2024 at 10:34:59 AM EDT
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How to protect yourself during a heat wave if you can't stay indoorsFARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (AP) — It’s hot and getting hotter for workers and everyone else outdoors as the first significant heat wave of the year makes its way eastward across the United States. More than 70 million people were under extreme heat alerts Monday. What's more, the heat will move in and sit. Excessive humidity will make it feel even more oppressive. “The duration of this heat wave is notable and potentially the longest experiencedPBS NewsHour

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From gardeners to builders, not everyone can stay indoors. Here’s some advice on how to cope from some of the people who will be working outside this week.

Watch yourselves, and others ...

Do what you need early.etc  ...

 

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Albert Gomez replied on Permalink

[4 other groups] Extreme heat wave in parts of the U.S:...

If possible, to help circulate.  Thank you.

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