Preparing for and Responding to Excessive Heat Events
With
excessive heat blanketing many parts of the country, it is important
to be aware that, according to the Center for Disease Control and
Prevention, more people die from heat waves each year than from
hurricanes, lightning, tornadoes, floods and earthquakes combined.
Older individuals are particularly vulnerable to the effects of heat
stress. Because heat-related dates are preventable, people and
communities need to be aware of who is at greatest risk and what
actions can be taken to prevent a heat-related illness or death. The
following resources outline important steps that can be taken to
respond to excessive heat events:
http://www.hhs.gov/disasters/emergency/naturaldisasters/heat/index.html
http://www.epa.gov/aging/resources/factsheets/index.htm#itdhpfehe
