**Top 5 Things You Need to Know About This Week’s Extreme Heat Advisory**

Top 5 Things You Need to Know About This Week’s Extreme Heat Advisory

• “The 3 p.m. Wall” is No Joke: The peak danger zone runs from noon to 7 p.m., but experts warn that 3 p.m. is when pavement temperatures can reach 150°F—hot enough to fry an egg or give you second-degree burns in seconds. Avoid asphalt, metal playgrounds, and car interiors at all costs.
• Your Phone Can Be a Lifesaver: Many local governments are now using “reverse 911” and geo-targeted text alerts for heat emergencies. If you haven’t enabled emergency alerts on your phone (Settings > Emergency Alerts), do it now—these texts can warn of rolling blackouts, cooling stations, and dangerous air quality spikes.
• The “Wet Bulb” Danger is Real: It’s not just the temperature; it’s the humidity. Meteorologists track the “wet bulb globe temperature,” which measures heat stress on the human body. When it hits 90°F, your sweat stops evaporating and you can’t cool down—even in the shade. That’s when heat stroke becomes a real threat.
• Pets, Seniors, and Cars Are a Triple Threat: A car parked in the sun on a 95°F day reaches 114°F in 10 minutes. Seniors over 65 have a much harder time regulating body temperature, and dogs can overheat in minutes because they only sweat through their paws. Ban selfies with your pup in the car this week—it’s not worth the risk.
• The “Hydration Myth” You Need to Ignore: Drinking water alone isn’t enough. You lose salt and electrolytes fast in extreme heat. Drink sports drinks, coconut water, or add a pinch of salt to your water. If you feel dizzy after drinking plain water, you might actually need salt