Possible Dangerously High Temperatures June 23-24
Please note that dangerously high temperatures are expected early next week, particularly on Monday, June 23, and Tuesday, June 24, 2025. Highs could reach the 90s, with heat indices potentially climbing even higher. Below is important heat safety information to keep in mind during this period.
Watch for symptoms of heat illness:
Symptoms of heat-related illnesses can include muscle cramps, heavy sweating, nausea, headache, or light-headedness. Most can be treated with fluids and by resting in a cooler place. If symptoms persist or worsen, or someone you are with seems confused or loses consciousness, dial 9-1-1 immediately for medical help.
Stay Cool, Stay Hydrated, Stay Informed:
- Look Before You Lock! – Never leave children, people with a disability, older adults, or pets in parked vehicles.
- Drink plenty of water, or non-alcoholic and decaffeinated fluids.
- Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing to reflect heat and sunlight.
- Take frequent breaks and seek relief in air-conditioned or other cool and shady places. Find public cooling locations at HealthVermont.gov/hot-weather.
- Limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day.
- Close window shades during the day, keep windows closed when it is hotter outside than inside, and avoid using appliances and lights that generate heat.
- Check on loved ones and neighbors, especially those living alone and without air conditioning.
Heat Safety and Forecast Resources
- Heat Safety Tips and Cooling Sites Map – HealthVermont.gov/Hot-Weather (Information in multiple languages)
- NWS Heat Safety and Resources - Weather.gov/safety/heat
- NWS Burlington Heat page – Weather.gov/btv/heat
- NWS Heat Risk page (NEW/Experimental) - wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/heatrisk/
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - CDC.gov/disasters/extremeheat