Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Hot summer weather has arrived! 
With high heat and humidity in southeastern Wisconsin, please take steps to stay safe. Health and safety tips to help manage the effects of hot weather are offered below.
- Stay in air conditioning when possible on hot days. If you don’t have air conditioning, head to libraries, malls, and other public spaces to keep cool.
- Check on loved ones. Call or visit friends and neighbors, especially the elderly, who may live alone or may not have air conditioning.
- Avoid going outside during the hottest part of the day. If you have to be outside, stick to the cooler morning and evening hours. Wear light, loose clothing and take frequent air-conditioned breaks.
- Beware of hot cars. Never leave a person or a pet in a parked car, even for a short time. On an 80-degree day, the temperature inside a car can reach 100 degrees in less than 10 minutes.
- Stay hydrated. Drink water often on hot days. Avoid caffeine, alcohol, and hot, heavy meals.
- Watch local weather forecasts so you can plan outdoor activities safely. Pay attention to any extreme heat alerts.
For more information about how to stay safe during hot weather, please visit the Milwaukee Health Department website. You can locate cooling sites at https://city.milwaukee.gov/Health/Cooling-Sites.
Find hours and locations of Milwaukee County Pools on the Pools and Splash Pads page.
Please stay safe during extremely hot weather!