Suisun City Hot Weather Tips & Information

Get plenty to drink - water, juice and sports drinks are good choices. Avoid drinks with caffeine (tea, coffee, and cola) and alcohol. Be sure to eat regularly.
Stay Cool Indoors - the best way to beat the heat is to stay in an air conditioned area. If you don’t have an air conditioner, go to a shopping mall or public building for a few hours. Fans can be used but can increase the risk of dehydration, and in extreme heat, are not an adequate replacement for air conditioning. A cool shower or bath is also a good way to cool off.
Wear Light Clothing and Sunscreen - wear as little clothing as possible when you are at home. Choose lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. In the hot sun, a wide-brimmed hat will keep the head cool.
Schedule Outdoor Activities Carefully - try to be less active during the hottest part of the day, late afternoon. If you must be out in the heat, plan your activities so that you are outdoors either before noon or in the evening.
Pace Yourself - if you are not used to working or exercising in hot weather, start slowly and pick up the pace gradually. Take frequent, regularly scheduled breaks.
Use a Buddy System - during a heat wave, check on your friends and family and have someone do the same for you.

According to Solano County Health and Human Services, people suffer heat-related illness when their bodies are unable to properly cool themselves. The body normally cools itself by sweating. But under some conditions, sweating just isn't enough.

“Because heat-related deaths are preventable, people need to be aware of the symptoms of heat illness, individuals who are at greatest risk, and what actions can be taken to prevent heat-related illness or death,” explained Ronald W. Chapman, MD, MPH, Solano County Health Officer/Deputy Director.

The elderly, the very young, and people with mental illness and chronic diseases are at highest risk; however everyone should take precautions again heat-associated illness. Dr. Chapman urged residents to look out for the following warning signs related to heat illness:

If any of these conditions persist, contact your health care provider.

If you believe your life or safety are in immediate danger, call 911 for emergency help.

>>Read Solano County OES Information Release>>

Online resources

There are a number of additional online resources that are useful in tracking weather conditions and other storm-related issues:

National Weather Service Forecast Office -- This link will access the latest weather information available for the Suisun City area, including any severe weather alerts and flood watches.

Solano County Office of Emergency Services -- Solano County will update local information, event and contact information.

The California System Operator, which monitors electricity usage across the state, provides a daily power usage forecast that is updated regularly throughout the day.

The California System Operator also issues power alerts and warnings about the need to conserve power to prevent service interruptions.

Bay Area Air Quality Management District -- Monitors air quality, particularly during heat waves when air quality can deteriorate greatly.

Air Quality Forecast -- provided by the BAAQMD Spare the Air program.