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Important Safety Tips in Preparation for Extreme Heat Advisory

Charlottesville Media Alerts Posted on June 23, 2025

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June 23, 2025


Important Safety Tips in Preparation for Extreme Heat Advisory
 

CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA – The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat advisory for Tuesday from 11AM to 9PM. In response, the City of Charlottesville would like to share important safety tips to help keep you and your loved ones prepared.
 
 When extreme heat is coupled with conditions such as high humidity, sun exposure, stagnant air, and poor air quality, this can be cause for health concern. Some groups face a greater risk of heat-related illness than others. Pregnant women, outdoor workers, athletes, individuals with mobility impairments, individuals living with chronic illness or a disability, small children, and the elderly should exercise extra caution when engaging in outdoor activities or planning travel plans.

To stay cool and combat the heat, follow these important safety tips:

  • As much as you can, keep children out of direct sun.
  • Move outdoor activities to the morning and evening rather than middle of the day.
  • Stay hydrated, wear loose and light clothing, and practice sun safety (including wearing sunscreen).
  • Do not stay home alone during a summer power outage or an extreme heat event.
  • Make sure a trusted friend or relative has an extra key to your home, knows where you keep your emergency supplies and can use lifesaving equipment or administer medicine.
  • Drink fluids regularly to avoid getting dehydrated and overheated. Talk to your doctor about whether you need fluids with extra electrolytes in the heat.
  • Be careful with the amount of time you spend outdoors. Take frequent breaks to come back inside, cool off, and drink fluids that don’t have caffeine.

Use these Dos and Don’ts as a baseline for making decisions around the heat. If you feel that you have been exposed for too long, please utilize the following cooling centers in the City of Charlottesville:

Jefferson Madison Regional Library Central

✅ Free and open to the public 
✅ Air conditioned indoor space
✅ Access to restrooms, water fountains, and seating 
✅ WiFi, public computers, and LOTS of books! 
Whether you’re looking for a quiet place to rest, read, or recharge, JMRL is here for you! Stay safe and cool this summer at your Library.

201 E. Market Street
Charlottesville, VA 22902

Monday - Thursday: 9 AM - 9PM
Friday and Saturday: 9 AM - 5PM

Herman Key Jr. Recreation Center

800 E Market St 
Charlottesville, VA 22902

Monday - Friday: 12PM - 9PM
Saturday and Sunday: 1 PM - 6PM

Tonsler Recreation Center

500 Cherry Avenue
Charlottesville, VA 22902

Monday - Friday: 12PM - 8PM
Saturday: 12PM - 6PM
Closed Sunday

DOs and DONTs of Summer HeatPre-Heat PreparationDownload the Heat Safety App

Lastly, be sure to check in on your neighbors who live alone or struggle with mobility issues. Let’s help each other stay safe and cool this summer.

Media Contact:
 Kyle Ervin
 Public Safety Information Officer
 City of Charlottesville
 434-326-3043
ervinkl@charlottesville.gov