How to Keep Your Family Safe at Home During an Extreme Heat Wave
Those Extreme Heat Waves don’t ask if you’re ready. They just show up, crank the thermostat, and turn normal life into a sweaty little stress test.
I know the feeling. You’re trying to keep everyone safe, but part of you is thinking, “Am I doing enough?”
You check on the kids, worry about the older relatives, watch the dog pant by the water bowl, and feel that little pinch of guilt.
You know heat can be dangerous, and you know “just stay cool” isn’t much of a plan when the AC struggles, the power flickers, or the house feels like a parked car in August.
And honestly?
That concern makes sense.
It means you’re paying attention.
The good news is that staying safe during extreme heat waves doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive.
With a few smart steps (now… not tomorrow), you can protect your home, your family, and your peace of mind.
Let’s get prepping!
Why Extreme Heat Waves Are More Dangerous Than Regular Hot Weather
A hot day is uncomfortable. An extreme heat wave is different.
The danger builds. One day of high heat can wear people down. Three, four, or five days can push the body past its limits.
Add high humidity, and sweat doesn’t evaporate well. That matters because sweat is one of the main ways the body cools itself.
Nighttime cooling matters too.
I pay close attention to overnight lows during a heat wave. If the house never cools down at night, the body never gets a real break.
People wake up tired, dry, cranky, and already behind. That’s when heat wave safety becomes more than common sense. It becomes a family emergency plan.
This is the part many people miss.
The worst problems often start before anyone feels “sick.” The house gets a little warmer. Water intake drops. Kids get restless. Older adults get quiet. Pets lie around more than usual.
That slow build is why extreme heat preparedness needs to happen before temperatures spike. Waiting until the house feels like an oven puts everyone in catch-up mode.
I like to treat a heat wave the same way I treat a storm watch.
- I don’t panic.
- I check supplies.
- I cool the house early.
- I make sure everyone knows where to go, who to call, and what warning signs matter.
And I don’t care about the cause, Global Warming or not…it’s damn hot out there sometimes!
That simple, understandable shift can prevent a lot of stress.
Who Is Most at Risk During Extreme Heat Waves
Extreme heat doesn’t hit everyone the same way. Some people can handle a hot afternoon and bounce back. Others can get into trouble faster.
Children are more vulnerable because their bodies heat up more quickly. They also may not notice thirst soon enough.
Older adults are at higher risk because the body may not adjust to heat as well with age.
Some medicines can also affect sweating, hydration, or body temperature.
Pregnant people need extra care, too. Heat can add stress to the body when it is already working hard.
Outdoor workers face long hours in direct sun, heavy sweating, and limited shade.
People with heart disease, diabetes, breathing problems, kidney issues, or mobility issues may need a lower threshold for getting to a cooler place.
Pets belong on this list as well because they can’t tell us they feel dizzy or weak. They pant, slow down, hide, or act “off.” That’s easy to miss when everyone else is hot and distracted.
Anyone without reliable air conditioning is at real risk.
That includes people with a broken AC unit, renters in poorly cooled homes, and families who avoid running the AC because the power bill scares them.
I don’t say that to shame anyone (I’m always scared about that summer electric bill!).
A lot of good people are trying to keep costs under control. Still, extreme heat can turn a warm home into an unsafe home.
That’s why backup cooling options matter.
What Supplies Belong in a Heat Wave Emergency Kit
Heat wave emergency supplies don’t need to be fancy. They need to be usable.
Practical.
Start with water. Store enough for each person and pet. Add electrolyte drinks or packets for heavy sweating. Include battery-powered fans, extra batteries, rechargeable fans, and power banks for phones.
Cooling towels are worth having. So are instant cold packs, spray bottles, washcloths, and a small basin for cooling feet or hands.
Add sunscreen, lip balm with SPF, wide-brim hats, sunglasses, and lightweight long-sleeve shirts for unavoidable outdoor time.
A basic thermometer helps you track indoor temperature. A simple humidity monitor is useful too. High humidity can make the air feel worse and slow the body’s cooling process.
Keep first aid supplies handy. Include any daily medications, copies of medical information, and important phone numbers.
Write down doctors, veterinarians, neighbors, utility company contacts, and local cooling centers.
I also like keeping a paper checklist in the kit. Heat makes people tired and foggy. A checklist lowers the mental load when everyone is sweaty and stressed.
The best supplies are the ones you can find fast and use without digging through three closets. (Sound familiar?)
12 Heat Wave Emergency Supplies Every Concerned Homeowner Should Have Ready
| Popular Heat Wave Emergency Product | Desired Outcome | Pain Points It Solves | Makes the Concerned Homeowner Feel Like a Hero | Makes Them Feel Like a Miserable Failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooling towels, such as Frogg Toggs Chilly Pad Cooling Towel | Cool down fast without needing power, ice, or fancy gear. | Sweaty neck. Hot face. That awful “I can’t cool off” feeling when the house turns into a toaster. | They wrap one around a kid, spouse, or elderly parent and everybody calms down like, “Okay, we’ve got this.” | They realize nobody has anything but dry bath towels, and everyone is red-faced, cranky, and snapping at each other. |
| Battery-operated portable fan, such as O2COOL 10-Inch Portable Fan | Keep air moving when the AC is weak, out, or fighting a losing battle. | Stuffy rooms. Power outages. Miserable sleeping conditions. Hot pets stretched out on the tile. | They set it up by the bed with fresh batteries and suddenly the bedroom feels survivable again. | They find one dead fan in the closet, corroded batteries inside, and zero airflow when the house needs it most. |
| Rechargeable clamp fan, such as Ryobi 18V Cordless Clamp Fan | Create targeted cooling wherever someone needs it most. | No good place to put a fan. Hot garage. Hot lanai. Sick room. Pet crate. | They clamp it near a resting family member and look like the genius who thought three steps ahead. | They try to cool a room with one weak fan pointed at nobody, while everyone argues over who gets the breeze. |
| Electrolyte drink packets, such as Liquid I.V. Hydration Multiplier | Replace fluids and electrolytes before heat exhaustion sneaks up. | Headaches. Dizziness. Muscle cramps. “I drank water, why do I still feel awful?” | They hand out cold electrolyte drinks like a heat-wave pit crew and keep everyone steady. | They only have soda, coffee, and warm tap water, then wonder why everyone feels wiped out and shaky. |
| 7-gallon water container, such as Reliance Aqua-Tainer | Store enough clean drinking water before demand spikes or utilities hiccup. | Empty shelves. Boil-water notices. Forgetting that heat makes everyone drink way more. | They pull out stored water like a calm, prepared adult while neighbors are panic-buying cases. | They find three half-empty plastic bottles in the fridge and realize that’s the entire “water plan.” |
| Insulated water bottles, such as Hydro Flask or Stanley-style bottles | Keep water cold longer during errands, outages, or outdoor chores. | Warm water. Forgetting to drink. Kids are leaving cups everywhere. | Everyone has a cold bottle nearby, and nobody has to be nagged every 10 minutes to hydrate. | The only water available is lukewarm, mystery-flavored, and sitting in a dusty cup from yesterday. |
| Instant cold packs | Cool the neck, wrists, armpits, or forehead fast without needing a freezer. | No ice. Power outage. Overheated person who needs quick cooling right now. | They crack a cold pack, place it where it counts, and instantly look like the family medic. | They open the freezer during an outage and find melted popsicles, no ice, and no backup plan. |
| Blackout curtains or thermal curtains | Block sun before rooms turn into ovens. | Brutal afternoon sun. Hot bedrooms. AC running nonstop and still losing. | They close the curtains early and keep the worst rooms several degrees more tolerable. | They wait until the room is already roasting, then blame the AC while sunlight blasts through the windows. |
| Window insulation film or reflective window covering | Reduce heat gain through sunny windows on a budget. | Heat pouring through glass. High cooling bills. Rooms that feel hotter than the rest of the house. | They cover the problem window and turn “the hot room” into a place people can actually sit. | They ignore the blazing window and wonder why the AC never catches up. |
| Indoor digital thermometer and humidity monitor | Know when a room is getting unsafe instead of guessing. | “Feels hot” isn’t enough. Older adults, babies, and pets can be at risk before anyone panics. | They spot a room climbing too high and move everyone before it becomes a serious problem. | They assume the house is “probably fine” while one bedroom quietly turns into a sweatbox. |
| A portable power station, such as the Jackery Explorer 300 | Keep phones, fans, medical devices, and small essentials powered during an outage. | Dead phones. No fan. No way to charge emergency devices. Power outage panic. | They plug in phones and a fan while everyone else says, “Good thing you bought that.” | They grab every charger in the house, then remember electricity is what’s missing. |
| Basic first-aid kit with heat illness add-ons | Handle minor heat-related issues before they spiral out of control. | Headaches, nausea, blisters, sunburn, cramps, and small injuries during cleanup or evacuation. | They pull out supplies quickly, treat the problem, and keep the situation boring in the best possible way. | They dig through junk drawers for medicine, bandages, and a thermometer while someone feels worse by the minute. |
How to Recognize Heat Exhaustion Symptoms and Heat Stroke Warning Signs
Heat illness usually gives clues. The trick is taking those clues seriously.
Heat cramps are often the first warning. A person may have painful muscle cramps, heavy sweating, or weakness after being active in the heat.
Move them to a cooler place. Have them rest. Offer water or an electrolyte drink if they’re alert and not vomiting.
Heat exhaustion is more serious. Watch for heavy sweating, cool or clammy skin, dizziness, headache, nausea, weakness, fast pulse, or fainting.
This is the point where I stop all activity and focus on cooling the person or myself down.
Move into air conditioning or shade. Loosen clothing. Use cool cloths. Offer small sips of water if they’re fully awake and can swallow. Don’t rush them back outside because they “feel a little better.”
Heat exhaustion can come roaring back.
Call emergency services right away.
Here is an example that makes this easier to grasp:
If Uncle Joe is sweaty, dizzy, and nauseated after working outside, I treat that like heat exhaustion and start cooling him immediately. If he becomes confused, stops answering clearly, or seems out of it, I treat that like possible heat stroke and call for help.
That line matters. Heat stroke can be deadly. Cooling should begin while help is on the way.
Home Cooling Tips to Keep Your House Safer During Extreme Heat
The best time to cool a house is before it gets hot.
I close blinds and curtains early, especially on sun-facing windows. It feels too simple, but it works. Sunlight pouring through glass can heat a room fast. Blackout curtains, reflective window coverings, or even temporary cardboard can help reduce heat in problem spots.
I also avoid using the oven during the hottest part of the day. A slow cooker, microwave, air fryer, or cold meal can keep the kitchen from turning into a sauna.
My BBQ grill gets an extreme heat workout during these times.
Laundry, dishwashing, and heavy indoor chores can wait until evening if they add heat or humidity.
Fans can help, but they need to be used with care. A fan moves air. It doesn’t lower the room temperature.
If the room is dangerously hot, a fan pointed at a person can give a false sense of comfort. Combine fans with cooler air, damp towels, cool showers, or an air-conditioned space when possible.
One counterintuitive tip is to stop trying to cool the whole house. Pick the coolest room and make that the comfort zone.
Choose a room with less sun, fewer windows, and space for people and pets. Keep water, medications, phone chargers, and a thermometer nearby.
Seal obvious hot-air leaks too. A rolled towel at the bottom of a hot exterior door can help. Closing off unused hot rooms can also keep the cool room more stable.
Small steps stack up.
- Shade the windows.
- Reduce the heat inside.
- Gather in the coolest room.
- Keep cool air where people actually are.
What to Do During a Power Outage During a Heat Wave
A power outage during a heat wave can turn stressful in a hurry.
Start by keeping people calm and still. Activity creates body heat. Move everyone to the coolest room or shaded area.
Close curtains.
Open windows only if the outside air is cooler than the inside air.
If the air outside feels hotter and heavier, keep that heat out as long as possible.
Battery-powered fans can help when paired with other cooling methods. Use cooling towels, damp washcloths, instant cold packs, and cool water on the skin.
Neck, wrists, armpits, and groin areas can help release heat faster because blood vessels are closer to the skin there.
Hydration matters, but don’t force huge amounts at once. Small, steady sips are better.
Electrolyte drinks can help when someone is sweating a lot, but plain water still belongs at the center of the plan.
Check on neighbors if you can do it safely. Older adults, people living alone, and families with small children may need help before they ask for it.
Know your backup cooling locations before the outage happens.
Search “cooling center near me” before the heat gets severe. Local libraries, malls, community centers, schools, and emergency shelters may be options.
Save phone numbers and addresses on paper, not just on your phone.
The goal is simple. Don’t wait until the house is unbearable to leave.
Heat can make people tired, foggy, and slow to act.
How Much Water Your Family Needs During Extreme Heat
Water is one of the cheapest and most important heat wave supplies.
A common emergency baseline is one gallon of water per person per day for drinking and basic needs.
During extreme heat, that may not be enough for everyone.
Heavy sweating, outdoor work, illness, pregnancy, certain medicines, and power outages can raise water needs.
I like to store more than the bare minimum when I can. It gives breathing room. It also helps when someone needs to wet towels, cool skin, rinse a pet bowl, or mix an electrolyte drink.
Dehydration prevention starts before thirst feels urgent. Watch for dark urine, dry mouth, headache, dizziness, fatigue, muscle cramps, and confusion. Kids may get cranky.
Older adults may seem sleepy or “not quite right.” Pets may pant harder, drool, act weak, or refuse food.
One simple habit helps. Set water where people can see it. A full bottle on the table gets used if seen.
A case of water buried in the garage gets forgotten.
Skip the idea that everyone needs the exact same amount. A teenager playing outside, a grandparent on medication, and a toddler watching cartoons do not have the same needs.
Heat safety works better when it is personal.
How to Protect Babies-Kids & Seniors From Extreme Heat Wave Causing Illness
Babies, kids, and seniors need built-in protection during extreme heat.
For babies, keep clothing light and loose. Watch for fewer wet diapers, flushed skin, fast breathing, unusual sleepiness, or fussiness that doesn’t settle.
Keep them in the coolest safe room. Avoid overdressing them indoors, even if that’s part of the usual routine.
For kids, create a cooling rhythm. Water breaks. Indoor play. Rest time. Light snacks. Cool showers.
Screen time may even be useful during the worst heat if it keeps them still and out of the sun. This is not the day to prove anything with backyard endurance.
For seniors, check in often.
Don’t rely on one phone call at noon. Heat problems can build by late afternoon and evening. Ask direct questions.
Make sure the room is cool, water is nearby, and medications are stored properly.
Parked cars deserve their own warning. Never leave a child, an older adult, or a pet in a parked car during hot weather. Not for a quick stop. Not with the window cracked. Car interiors can become deadly fast.
The small stuff matters here. Light clothing. Cool rooms. Calm activities. Regular water. Frequent check-ins.
That may sound basic, but basic saves lives.
How to Keep Pets Safe During Extreme Heat Waves
Pets can suffer quickly in high heat.
Hot pavement can burn paws. A good test is to place the back of your hand on the pavement for a few seconds. If it feels too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for paws.
Walk dogs early in the morning or later in the evening when the ground is cooler.
Poor ventilation is another problem. Garages, sheds, cars, patios, and screened rooms can trap heat.
Shade helps, but shade alone may not be enough during extreme heat waves. Pets need fresh water, airflow, and a cooler place to rest.
Watch for warning signs. Heavy panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, glassy eyes, stumbling, or collapse can point to serious heat stress. Move the pet to a cooler area.
Offer small amounts of water. Wet the body with cool water, not ice-cold. Call a veterinarian if symptoms are serious or don’t improve fast.
Don’t shave a pet without knowing whether it helps that breed. Some coats protect against the sun and heat when maintained well. Brushing out loose undercoat is often safer than cutting too much.
Keep bowls full. Add extra water stations. Bring outdoor pets inside when the heat is severe.
They depend on us to notice early.
How to Build a Family Heat Safety Plan Before Temperatures Spike
A family heat safety plan gives everyone a job before stress takes over.
Choose your cool room first. Pick the room that stays coolest during the day. Stock it with water, fans, chargers, medications, pet supplies, and something quiet for kids to do.
Next, choose backup cooling locations.
These may include a friend’s house, a library, a mall, a community center, or an official cooling center.
- Save addresses.
- Write down hours.
- Plan transportation.
A cooling center is useless if nobody knows how to get there.
Prepare medications too. Some medicines need careful storage, and some people need power for medical devices.
Talk with a doctor or pharmacist if heat or outages could affect a family member’s care.
Assign check-ins. One person can check on older relatives. Another can handle pets. Someone else can monitor indoor temperature and weather alerts. Keep it simple.
Create a special plan for vulnerable family members. That may include babies, seniors, people with medical needs, pregnant people, or anyone without reliable cooling.
A plan doesn’t remove every problem. It keeps one bad afternoon from turning into chaos.
Common Heat Wave Safety Mistakes Families Should Avoid
The biggest heat wave mistakes usually look harmless at first.
One mistake is relying only on air conditioning. AC is wonderful until it fails, the power goes out, or one room never cools well.
Have a backup plan.
Another mistake is overusing fans in dangerously hot rooms. Fans can help in mild heat, but they can become risky when the indoor temperature is too high. Pair fans with cooler air, damp skin, or a move to an air-conditioned place.
Waiting too long to hydrate is another common problem. Thirst is not a perfect warning system. Kids, older adults, and busy caregivers may fall behind before they notice.
Leaving pets outside is risky, too. Shade and a bowl of water may not be enough when the heat index climbs. Bring them into a cooler space.
Ignoring early symptoms is a big one. Cramps, dizziness, nausea, heavy sweating, and weakness deserve action. Don’t wait for someone to “push through.”
A final mistake is treating extreme heat like normal summer weather. Extreme heat is harder on the body, harder on homes, and harder on families.
Prepared people still feel the heat. They just don’t let the heat make every decision for them.
Safety guidance in this draft follows current recommendations from CDC, Ready.gov, and the National Weather Service on heat illness symptoms, fan use, cooling locations, hydration, and emergency response. (cdc.gov)
You’re More Ready Than the Heat Wants You to Think
Extreme heat can mess with your head. You may be thinking:
- What if the power goes out?
- What if I miss a warning sign?
- What if I don’t do enough for the people counting on me?”
That’s not overreacting.
The heat feels big. Loud. Relentless.
But now you’ve got a plan.
You know how to cool your home smarter, protect vulnerable family members, store the right supplies, spot heat illness early, and make better choices before things get dicey.
That matters.
You don’t need to be perfect, have a huge budget, or have nerves of steel. You need simple steps, taken before panic gets a vote.
So start there. Fill the water. Charge the fan. Check on your people.
Then cool down.
FAQ’s
What should I do first to protect my family during extreme heat waves?
Start by making a simple cooling plan before the heat peaks.
Pick the coolest room in your home. Close blinds early. Store water where people can see it. Charge phones and power banks.
Check on older relatives, neighbors, babies, and anyone with medical issues. Know where to go if your home gets too hot, such as a library, mall, community center, friend’s house, or a local cooling center.
The first goal is not to buy everything. The first goal is to keep people cool, hydrated, and out of direct heat.
Ready.gov recommends recognizing the signs of heat illness and preparing for power outages, as heat waves can cause blackouts. (Ready.gov)
How hot does it have to be before extreme heat becomes dangerous?
There is no single “safe” number for everyone.
Danger depends on temperature, humidity, sun exposure, wind, health, age, medicines, activity level, and whether the body gets relief at night.
Humidity matters because it slows sweat evaporation, which makes it harder for the body to cool itself.
The National Weather Service uses heat index and HeatRisk tools because “feels like” temperature can be more useful than air temperature alone. (National Weather Service)
As a practical rule, I get more cautious when the heat index climbs into the 90s, especially for kids, seniors, outdoor workers, pets, and people without air conditioning.
When it reaches the high 90s or triple digits, I treat it as a serious safety issue, not just a hot day.
What are the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke?
Heat exhaustion symptoms can include headache, nausea, dizziness, weakness, irritability, thirst, heavy sweating, raised body temperature, and reduced urination, according to CDC/NIOSH guidance.
Move the person to a cooler place, loosen clothing, cool them with wet cloths or a cool shower, and give small sips of water if they are alert and not vomiting. (CDC)
Heat stroke warning signs are more serious. Watch for confusion, fainting, seizures, very high body temperature, hot skin, or a person who is not acting right.
Call 911 immediately.
The National Weather Service says heat stroke is a severe medical emergency, and delay can be fatal. Start cooling the person while help is on the way. (National Weather Service)
How can I keep my house cool during extreme heat without running the air conditioner all day?
Close blinds, curtains, and sun-facing windows before the heat builds. Block the windows that get hammered by the afternoon sun. Use blackout curtains, reflective coverings, or even temporary cardboard if needed.
Run heat-making appliances less during the hottest hours. That means less oven use, less clothes drying, and fewer big indoor chores.
Use fans to move cooler air, but don’t count on fans alone in a dangerously hot room.
Pick one cool room and focus your efforts there. Close doors to hotter rooms. Keep water, medicines, chargers, pet supplies, and a thermometer in that room. This is often easier than cooling the whole house.
What should I do if the power goes out during an extreme heat wave?
Move everyone to the coolest part of the home. Keep curtains closed. Reduce movement. Use battery-powered fans, cooling towels, damp cloths, spray bottles, and instant cold packs.
Drink water in small, steady amounts. Use electrolyte drinks when people are sweating heavily. Keep phones charged with power banks if you have them.
Check on vulnerable people nearby if it is safe. If your home becomes too hot, leave before people are weak, confused, or sick.
Look up “cooling center near me,” call 2-1-1 (where available), or contact local emergency management for cooling centers.
CDC guidance notes that air conditioning or air-conditioned locations are important during dangerous heat. (CDC)
How much water should each person drink during extreme heat?
A common emergency storage baseline is one gallon of water per person per day for drinking and basic needs.
During extreme heat, some people may need more, especially if they are sweating, working outside, pregnant, ill, taking certain medications, or dealing with a power outage.
For drinking, don’t wait for thirst to be the only signal. Sip often. Watch urine color. Dark urine, dry mouth, dizziness, headache, tiredness, cramps, and confusion can all point toward dehydration.
Avoid making alcohol the “cool-down drink.” It can worsen dehydration and poor judgment. Water should be the main plan. Electrolytes can help when sweating is heavy.
How can I protect babies, seniors, and people with health problems during a heat wave?
Give them extra check-ins, extra cooling, and extra patience.
Babies and young kids can overheat faster than adults. Keep them in light clothing, offer fluids as age-appropriate, and watch for unusual sleepiness, fussiness, flushed skin, or fewer wet diapers.
Seniors may not feel thirst or heat the same way. Some medicines and health conditions can raise the risk. Check the room temperature, not just how they say they feel. Make sure water is nearby and easily accessible.
People with heart, kidney, lung, diabetes, mobility, or medication concerns may need a personal heat plan from a healthcare provider.
The National Weather Service also notes that pregnant women are at higher risk during extreme heat events. (National Weather Service)
Are fans safe to use during extreme heat waves?
Fans can help, but they are not always enough.
CDC guidance says to use fans only when indoor temperatures are below 90°F. When it gets hotter than that indoors, air conditioning or a cooler location is safer. (CDC)
The National Weather Service warns that a fan can make someone hotter when heat index temperatures are in the high 90s or above. (National Weather Service)
The safer move is to pair fans with cooling methods: damp towels, cool showers, shade, hydration, and air-conditioned spaces. A fan in a hot room can feel comforting while the body is still overheating.
What should I include in a heat wave emergency kit?
Include items that cool people, prevent dehydration, and help you function during an outage:
| Category | What to Keep Ready |
| Water | Stored drinking water for each person and pet |
| Hydration help | Electrolyte packets or drinks |
| Cooling | Cooling towels, spray bottle, instant cold packs, washcloths |
| Airflow | Battery-powered fans, rechargeable fans, extra batteries |
| Power | Power banks, charging cords, portable power station if possible |
| Sun protection | Sunscreen, sunglasses, wide-brim hats, light clothing |
| Health | First aid kit, thermometer, and needed medications |
| Planning | Important phone numbers, local cooling center info, family contact list |
| Pets | Extra water, bowls, pet meds, leash, carrier, cooling mat if useful |
Keep the kit easy to reach. A perfect kit buried in the garage is less useful than a simple kit you can grab fast.
How can I keep pets safe when temperatures become dangerously high?
Bring pets inside when the heat is severe. Shade and a bowl of water may not be enough.
Walk dogs early in the morning or later in the evening. Hot pavement can burn paws. If pavement is too hot for your hand, it is too hot for paws. Ready.gov also warns that asphalt and dark pavement can be very hot for pets’ feet. (Ready.gov)
Provide cool water in more than one spot. Never leave pets in parked cars. Watch for heavy panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, stumbling, glassy eyes, or collapse.
Move the pet to a cooler area, offer small amounts of water, and call a veterinarian if symptoms are serious or don’t improve quickly.
