Stay Cool Florida.

Sure, it's cool out now but before long we will be feeling the sweltering summer heat that south Florida is known for. What can you do to stay cool?

Take it easy. Avoid strenuous activity. If you must do strenuous activity, do it during the coolest part of the day, which is usually in the morning between 4:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m.

Stay indoors. If air conditioning is not available, stay on the lowest floor, out of direct sunlight. Try to go to a public building with air conditioning each day for several hours. Open windows at night.

Hydrate. Drink plenty of water regularly and often, even if you do not feel thirsty. Water is the safest liquid to drink during heat emergencies. Avoid drinks with alcohol, caffeine and sugar. Make sure your pets get plenty of fresh water as well.

Check the heat index chart. Knowing the temperature alone is not enough. The heat index gives you the temperature of what it "feels like" by taking into account both temperature and humidity.

Ease into it. If you are not accustomed to warm weather, let your body acclimatize to the new environment over several days.

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