Heat illness and deaths are preventable. Learn how to stay cool and safe before and during a heat wave.
The simplest way to be safe in the heat is to spend time indoors. If one’s home or other environment becomes too hot, one is generally advised to visit a public indoor area such as a local library or community center.
Helpful Resources:
- Heat Safety: www.ready.gov/heat
- National Weather Service: www.weather.gov
- Put in your zip code and “Go” to find information about any Heat Warning, Watch, or Advisory in your area.
- Learn more about these terms at: www.weather.gov/safety/heat-ww
- Put in your zip code and “Go” to find information about any Heat Warning, Watch, or Advisory in your area.
- Emergency Notifications: Plumas County Alerts.
- People with Disabilities: Disability Action Center or call 530-893-8527.
- Seniors: Passages – Services for Seniors and Adults With Disabilities or call 530-898-5923 or Toll Free 800-822-0109.
