heat action plans

Heat action plans are organized strategies implemented by communities and authorities to protect people from the dangers of excessive heat. They include measures like setting up cooling centers, issuing heat alerts, advising vulnerable groups—such as the elderly and outdoor workers—to stay hydrated and avoid peak sunlight hours, and sharing safety information. These plans aim to reduce heat-related health problems, like heat exhaustion or heatstroke, by ensuring prompt responses, raising awareness, and coordinating resources to keep everyone safe during hot weather conditions.