Extreme heat can cause fires and injuries or illness for people and pets who are not used to high temperatures. Las Vegas Fire & Rescue and Animal Protective Services are sharing important safety tips to help keep everyone safe this summer.
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Never leave children or pets in a parked car, even for a few minutes. Temperatures inside a vehicle can reach deadly levels in less than five minutes. If you see a child or pet alone in a hot car, call 9-1-1 immediately.
Heat exhaustion symptoms include dizziness, sweating and feeling light-headed. Move the person to a cool place and give them water. Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Symptoms include unconsciousness, hot red skin and no sweating. Move the person to a cool area, apply cool wet cloths and call 9-1-1.
Extreme heat can also increase fire risks at home:
- Avoid using extension cords with refrigerators, freezers or air conditioners.
- Keep fans and cooling equipment clean and well maintained.
- Have air-conditioning systems serviced regularly.
- Store paints, fuels and chemicals out of direct sunlight.
- Do not leave aerosol cans, phones, tablets or electronics inside hot vehicles.
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Pets can overheat quickly in the Las Vegas heat. Dogs, senior pets, overweight animals and pets with breathing issues are especially vulnerable.
Signs of heatstroke in pets include:
- 과도한 헐떡거림 또는 침 흘림
- Weakness or lethargy
- 구토 또는 설사
- 붕괴 또는 응답 없음
- Red or pale gums
If a pet is overheating, move them to a cool or shaded area, offer small amounts of water and apply cool water to their paws, belly and armpits. Seek veterinary care immediately.
Additional pet safety tips:
- Keep pets indoors during the hottest hours, especially between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
- Walk pets early in the morning or after sunset.
- Hot pavement can burn paws, so test surfaces before walks or use protective booties.
- Always provide shade, fresh water and cooling devices during extreme heat.
City code requires cooling methods such as misters, swamp coolers or air conditioning when temperatures exceed 105 degrees. Animals also cannot be tethered during a National Weather Service heat advisory.
To report concerns about animal safety, contact Animal Protective Services at 702-229-6444, option 2.