Prepare for Heat & Summer Safety

The City of Austin encourages you to prepare for summer heat and enjoy summer safely. Help you and your loved ones stay safe in the heat and the water by doing your part to prepare!

Heat Safety Tips

Look before you lock - Ensure children and pets are not left in hot, unattended vehicles

Stay hydrated - Drink more water than usual and avoid sugary, caffeinated beverages

Dress for the weather - Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing

Protect your skin - Apply sunscreen with at least SPF 15

Stay out of the sun when possible - Find shade and wear a wide-brimmed hat when outdoors

Work and play safely - Avoid high-energy activities and exercise during extreme heat, especially during the afternoon

Protect your pets - Provide your pets with plenty of water and shade

Check in on elderly family members, friends and neighbors - Make sure they have access to air conditioners and/or fans and clean water for hydration.

Heat Related Illness

Heat can be dangerous when you least expect it. Watch for signs of heat illness when you are working or playing outside. You can review the signs of heat related illness and how heat can impact your health by visiting the CDC’s website at www.cdc.gov/heat-health.

Cooling Centers

Parks and Library facilities can be used as Cooling Centers during normal operating hours. A Cooling Center is a place for temporary reprieve from the heat. A Cooling Center is not an overnight shelter. Service animals are allowed in City facilities, including Cooling Centers.

Cooling Center details can be found at www.austintexas.gov/alerts.