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Milwaukee Health Department
Extreme heat events can result in serious illness and death. The City of Milwaukee Health Department monitors warm weather conditions and issues health alerts when necessary to partners in the Milwaukee Metropolitan Extreme Weather Task Force and to the public.
It is important to stay cool, hydrated, and informed. If you or someone you know are experiencing symptoms of heat exhaustion or heat stroke, contact a medical provider. If a health issue is an emergency, dial 911.
Individuals in need of public space to cool off can visit our list of locations in the Greater Milwaukee Area.
People at greatest risk for health-related illness include infants and young children, people 65 years of age and older, people who are overweight, those with chronic illness (especially heart or lung conditions, and individuals who use certain medications). People who work outdoors or in hot settings should also be aware of the symptoms of heat-related illness and take precautions.
Infants, especially less than 6 months, are at risk for overheating because they have difficulty regulating their body temperature.
Normally, the body will cool itself by sweating. People can suffer heat-related illness when the body's temperature control system becomes overloaded. In these cases, a person's body temperature can rise very rapidly. High body temperatures can damage the brain or other vital organs. Be aware of the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If you or someone you know experiences these symptoms, or experiences other types of illness during hot weather, contact a medical provider.