The National Weather Services has issued an excessive heat advisory. The City of Dubuque Health Services Department is providing information on how to stay safe during the excessive heat the next couple of days.
Due to the soaring temperatures and high heat indices above 105°F, the City of Dubuque is advising citizens to take precautionary measures to prevent heat-related illness.
Precautions you can take to avoid heat-related illness include:
? Stay out of the sun (sunburn makes the job of heat dissipation more difficult);
? Spend as much time as possible in air conditioning or cool public facilities;
? Slow down (reduce, eliminate, or reschedule physical activities for a cooler time of the day);
? Drink plenty of water, even if you do not feel thirsty. Do not drink any alcohol, including beer, and limit caffeine consumption;
? Dress in lightweight and light colored clothes, including a brimmed hat if outdoors. This will reflect the sunlight and heat;
? Eat smaller meals and less proteins;
? Do not take salt tablets unless specified by a physician;
? Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day; and
? Never leave anyone, including pets, in a parked vehicle for any amount of time.
For further excessive heat information and resources, phone 211 for the most current information and resources.