What to do in a heatwave
Here’s how to stay safe and beat the heat
Heat waves are becoming all too common—and hotter—thanks to climate change. That’s bad news.
They put undue stress on our energy grid, causing energy operators to trigger dirtier energy options that harm the environment.
Heat waves also put serious stress on our health. Heat stroke can cause serious longterm health issues, and in some cases, death. While nothing is as important as your health, heat waves also come for your wallet, your pets, and your summer outdoor fun.
Yikes. Let’s cool it down, folks. Here’s how to keep your chill during the summer heat as we all work on creating a more climate resilient Los Angeles together.
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Cool extreme heat stress
Learn how to stay safe and keep cool during increasingly common heat events.
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Find your local cooling center
No A/C at home? No problem. Find a local cooling center to keep you safe during a heatwave.
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Protect your garden in a heat wave
Take simple actions to protect your garden before, during, and after high temps.
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Keep your dog safe in a heat wave
Your dog’s health is just as much at risk as your in a heat wave. Here are simple steps to keep them safe!
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Save your trees from extreme heat
We’ve gathered tips and resources from the experts to help you keep your tree alive through the heat.
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Help pollinators survive a heat wave
Pollinators come in all shapes and sizes—but they all need water during a heat wave
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Weird ways to keep cool
Weird is the new cool! Find some odd, energy-friendly ways to stay cool in a heat wave right here.
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Heat wave-friendly indoor activities
Los Angeles is filled with ways to stay cool—here are just a few fun things to do in a heat wave!