Staying safe in higher temperatures

7/15/2019 (Permalink)

We are definitely feeling the temperatures rise in Green Bay (and our surrounding areas) this week! Not only can it be miserable and uncomfortable if you stay outside for several hours, but it can also cause potential dangers in extreme heat situations.

You can prepare yourself and your home ahead of the heat with these tips provided by ready.gov:

Keep your home cool by doing the following:

• Cover windows with drapes or shades.
• Weather-strip doors and windows.
• Use window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, to reflect heat back outside.
• Add insulation to keep the heat out.
• Use attic fans to clear hot air.
• Install window air conditioners and insulate around them.

If possible, postpone any outdoor activities to prevent heat stroke and exhaustion.

If you suspect a person is suffering from a heat stroke, call 9-1-1 immediately, and move that person to a safe cool location. 

If you must be outside, ready.gov has provided some helpful tips for dealing with heat stroke:

• Never leave a child, adult, or animal alone inside a vehicle
• Find places with air conditioning. Libraries, shopping malls, and community centers can provide a cool place to take a break from the heat.
• If you’re outside, find shade. Wear a hat wide enough to protect your face.
• Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing.
• Avoid high-energy activities.
• Check yourself, family members, and neighbors for signs of heat-related illness.

Use caution when using electric fans when the temperature outside is more than 95 degrees, as this could increase the risk of heat-related illness. Fans create air flow and a false sense of comfort, but do not reduce body temperature.

SERVPRO of East Brown County cares about our community. If experience fire damage, water damage, or storm damage we are ready to help. We are only a call away if you need us!

Call us today (920) 434-8224.