The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for:
- Gila, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Pinal, and Yuma Counties from June 5 to June 7
- Cochise, Coconino, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Santa Cruz, and Yavapai Counties from June 6 to June 7
Daytime highs are expected to be up to 115 °F in some areas
During an Excessive Heat Warning, everyone is at higher risk of getting sick or dying from the heat.
What Can You Do?
Stay Cool
- Move outdoor activities to an air-conditioned space
- If keeping students indoors is not an option, reschedule activities to the morning
- Facilitate any outdoor activities in the shade as much as possible
- Encourage children to wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing
Stay Hydrated
- Provide frequent hydration breaks before, during, and after being outdoors (8 gulps of water recommended every 15 minutes)
Stay Informed
- Check the weather forecast for your local temperature, humidity, and UV index
- Check out NWS today’s heat risk map for more localized information regarding the excessive heat warning
Be SunWise
- Encourage staff and students to wear hats, sunglasses, and lightweight clothing
- Encourage the use and reapplication of SPF 30+ sunscreen
Monitor children for symptoms of heat-related illness.
Everyone is at risk for heat-related illness, but young children are at even greater risk because of physical and behavioral characteristics. Act quickly if a student shows signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke.
