Additional Resources

The following links provide additional sources of information on preventing heat-related illnesses. Be informed. Keep yourself and others safe from the heat this summer.

UVa Children's Hospital

The American Academy of Pediatrics

MedlinePlus (multiple sites contribute information to this resource)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Virginia High School League

National Athletic Trainers Association - Parent and Coaches Guide

Información en español
Center for Disease Control - Calor extremo: guía de prevención para promover su salud y seguridad


The Wet Bulb Globe Temperature is obtained daily from National Weather Service temperature and humidity readings taken under normal conditions at area airports. Please understand that this number can vary depending on location. Guidelines summarize approaches for the prevention of the detrimental effects of children's activity in hot or humid climates, including the prevention of exercise-induced dehydration.