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About Heat and Your Health

Individuals and communities can find information, guidance, and practical solutions relating to the health effects of extreme heat.

Visitors to the site can find guidance on how to recognize the early warning signs of heat stroke or exhaustion, and practical solutions to reduce the risk of adverse effects when people are exposed to extreme heat.

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Hazards
Extreme Heat
Assets
People
Sources
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Steps Addressed

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Understand Exposure
Assess Vulnerability & Risk
Investigate Options
Prioritize & Plan
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