On Day 1 of Severe Weather Awareness Week, the Houston/Galveston Office of the National Weather Service wants to remind residents about heat safety, which is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S.
Heat is the leading cause of weather-related fatalities each year. A heat wave is a period of abnormally hot and sometimes humid weather, generally lasting more than a couple of days.
In large cities, dark pavement and buildings are very effective at absorbing heat which leads to warmer nights. So even at night, it's important to remember to keep safe from the excess heat. Being outside for extended periods of time in the heat can put you at risk of heat exhaustion or heat stroke. TheWhen outdoors in the heat, wear lightweight, loose-fitting, and light-colored clothing to reflect heat and sunlight.
has occurred when outside temperatures are below 70 °F - sunlight can cause the inside of a car to heat up VERY quickly. Over 900 children have died inside hot vehicles since 1998. Some of these tragedies were due to children accessing a parked car without supervision. Always lock parked cars, even if you are not a caregiver. Everyone operates on autopilot once in a while. Caregivers should have a strategy to ensure that no one is ever forgotten in hot cars.
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