Summers are getting hotter in Philadelphia.

HEAT EXHAUSTION Trees can help.

Stay
Symptoms:
Heavy sweating
Headache
Weakness, fatigue, dizziness
Nausea or vomiting Cool,
What to do:
Go to an air-conditioned space
Sip cool water PH!!!
Take a cool shower or bath
Call your doctor if symptoms last for
more than one hour

Watch for signs of MEMBERS:

heat-related illness www.phila.gov/health
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HEAT STROKE DULIGUES www.phila.gov/ready

Symptoms: ESQUIVEL
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Very high body temperature CUBOL Very hot
Confusion weather can
Pounding headache BALUISwww.pcaCares.org
make you
Nausea LONGAKIT sick.
Unconsciousness
DELA CRUZ
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If you see someone with these signs, MUJAHID

call 911- this is a medical emergency! JARABEJO www.phila.gov/311

TADURAN
PASCO BE COOL STAY COOL
ROMANO, RIZZA
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homelessservices
 Who's at Risk?
Very hot weather is dangerous for
everyone. Some people are more likely
to get sick:
People aged 65 and older
Infants and young children
People with a chronic medical
condition (like diabetes or
heart disease)
People experiencing
homelessness
Outdoor workers
Athletes
Hot, humid weather can
also decrease air quality.
If you have a respiratory
condition, like asthma,
you may need to limit your
time outside.
Visit AirNow.gov for the latest
air quality alerts.
What You Can Do City Services
STAY COOL When the hot weather becomes
dangerous, the City will take steps to
Avoid direct sunlight
protect the health of residents.
Stay in air-conditioned buildings
Wear light, loose-fitting clothing
STAY HYDRATED
Drink plenty of water-
don't wait until you're
thirsty
Avoid alcohol, caffeine and sugary
drinks (they can dehydrate you)
STAY INFORMED
Stay updated on Cooling Centers
local weather Some air-conditioned spaces, like select
Know the signs of Free Library locations and recreational
heat-related illness centers, will stay open later. Even a few
hours in air-conditioning during the hottest
LOOK OUT FOR OTHERS
part of the day (usually 12pm-5pm) can
Check on elderly and help your body recover.
homebound neighbors
NEVER leave people Be Cool,
or pets in a parked car Stay Cool Tip:
on a hot day You can also visit
If you see someone experiencing public pools
homelessness who needs help, or spray grounds.
call (632) 931-8101.
If you think someone is having a
medical emergency, call 911 Call 311 to find a
cooling center near you.