09/01/2026
Feeling the heat in Northern Virginia? 🌡️ Prolonged high temperatures can quickly lead to dehydration and heat-related illness, especially for kids, older adults, and anyone working or exercising outdoors.
Top ways to stay safe in a heat wave:
Drink water regularly, even if you’re not thirsty; avoid alcohol and sugary drinks.
Limit outdoor activity during peak sun (usually late morning through early evening).
Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing, a wide-brim hat, and sunscreen.
Never leave children, older adults, or pets in a parked car—not even for a few minutes.
Check on neighbors and loved ones who may not have reliable air conditioning.
If you or someone around you feels dizzy, nauseous, confused, or stops sweating in the heat, move to a cooler place, sip water, and seek medical help if symptoms persist—heat illness can escalate fast.