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In California we experience a variety of extreme weather conditions including: extreme heat, high winds and flooding.
HEAT RELATED EMERGENCIES PREPARE
• Monitor local weather conditions and follow severe weather advisories.
• Schedule regular maintenance of cooling systems for your child care facility.
• Plan and prepare indoor activities for children and keep outdoor activities to a
minimum, particularly when temperatures rise.
• Close curtains or blinds on windows to reduce heat.
• Know the symptoms of excessive heat related illness, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and dehydration in children and adults. Be prepared to provide first aid for these illnesses.
• Be aware of air quality.
• Children and staff should wear light, loose-fitting clothing.
• Remind parents to never leave children in a car when it is hot outside.
RESPOND
• Get out of the heat immediately and rest, preferably in an air-conditioned room. Use fans and cool, wet towels or cold water if air conditioning is not available.
• Find a cool and shady place to rest.
• Take a cool shower, bath or sponge bath.
• Remind children and staff to stay hydrated. Schedule frequent water breaks.
• Limit soda and other sugary drinks such as fruit punches and lemonade.
• Monitor children for signs of overheating.
• Children should see a doctor if they are overheated with vomiting or diarrhea.
HIGH WINDS
PREPARE
• Monitor local weather conditions and follow severe weather advisories.
• Be aware of trees, power lines and other structures that may affect your facility.
EXTREME WEATHER CONDITIONS