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Beat the Heat | City of Hillsboro, OR
Published on: 08/21/2025
This news was posted by Hillsboro Police Department
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- Stay in air conditioned spaces when possible.
- Avoid using fans as your primary cooling device, especially when it gets extremely hot inside. Instead, mist yourself with a spray bottle, and then use the fan to get the cooling benefits of evaporation.
- Drink plenty of fluids, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Water is best. Limit sugary drinks, caffeine, and alcohol.
- Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing – and sunscreen.
- Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside.
- To reduce risk during outdoor work, schedule frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments.
- Exercise in the early morning when it’s cooler.
- Avoid strenuous activity in the heat of the day.
- Take cool showers or baths.
- Get a baby pool or play in a sprinkler.
- Avoid doing laundry.
- Eat small, light meals.
- Wear a lifejacket and take other safety precautions in rivers and lakes. More information on water safety is available on the Red Cross webpage.
News Source : https://www.hillsboro-oregon.gov/Home/Components/News/News/12840/3511
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