Staying Cool and information for Heat Advisories

Learn how to stay cool, hydrated, and recognize signs of heat-related illness to protect yourself and others during periods of unhealthy heat from these helpful guides from the Department of Public Health

Extreme Heat Events

Learn how increasing summer temperatures in Massachusetts are impacting health and discover practical steps to stay safe during extreme heat events.
For more information, download the fact sheet: Extreme Heat Events (PDF) | (DOCX)

What should I do during an extreme heat event?

A factsheet from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) identifies steps that you can take now to prepare for an extreme heat event.

For more information, download the flyer: (PDF) | (DOCX)

Prevent and treat heat-related illness

Learn to recognize the signs of heat-related illnesses like heat cramps, exhaustion, and heat stroke. This fact sheet outlines symptoms, recommended actions, and when to seek medical care to help prevent serious health outcomes during hot weather.

For more information, download the flyer: (PDF) | (DOCX)

Outdoor Air and Environmental Quality

High temperatures can worsen air pollution and allergens— these resources help you monitor air quality and reduce exposure during heat events.

Poor Outdoor Air Quality

Poor outdoor air quality can cause health problems, especially in people with asthma, lung disease, or heart disease, and can worsen asthma and allergy symptoms.

For more information, download the fact sheet: Poor Outdoor Air Quality | Mass.gov(available in 15 languages)

Extreme Heat and Poor Air Quality

Climate models predict that climate change will lead to an increase in extreme heat events and associated air pollution episodes in Massachusetts.

Extreme Heat and Poor Air Quality | Mass.gov

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