Summer brings concerts, festivals, sporting events, and holiday celebrations. Large crowds can increase safety risks—plan ahead so you can respond quickly if needed.Know your surroundings. When you arrive, locate exits, medical tents, and security staff. Choose a meeting spot in case your group gets separated.Stay informed. Make sure your phone can receive Wireless Emergency Alerts and follow instructions from local officials.Prepare for weather. Check the forecast and take steps to stay safe in the heat. Download the FEMA App to get real-time weather and emergency alerts for up to five locations.Report concerns. If you see something suspicious, notify event staff or law enforcement.![summer heat pet safety graphic, visit ready.gov/pets for information on how to prepare your pets for the summer]() Stay Cool and Save Money:Identify places in your community where you can go to get cool such as libraries and shopping malls or contact your local health department to find cooling options in your area. Check the weather stripping on doors and windows to keep the cool air in. Have multiple ways to move air and reduce the temperature in your home. Fans create a sense of comfort but may not be enough to reduce body temperature or prevent heat-related illnesses. Water Safety for Children: Being around water can be especially dangerous for young children. Children can drown in as little as 2 inches of water and is 100% preventable.Always watch children in or near water. Never leave them unattended, not even for short periods of time.Install safety devices like barriers, covers and alarms around your pool or spa.Learn to swim and teach children how to swim.Ensure all pools and spas have compliant drain covers and teach children to stay away from them. |
