Stay safe from heat and air pollution

When it is hot and the air outside is unhealthy, how can you stay safe?

Answer these questions - for you, or for someone in your household - to get tips on how to stay safe on hot days. These are general tips, not personal medical advice.

Before we get started:
if you are feeling very hot, with nausea or vomiting, fast pulse, weakness or dizziness, you may need medical help. See a full list of symptoms of heat-related illness.

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    These recommendations can help keep you safe in hot weather or unhealthy air quality.

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