Excessive heat through June 24

CUYAHOGA COUNTY, OH - Cuyahoga County is experiencing its first major heat wave of 2025. The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for the County and several other Northeast Ohio counties through June 24 at 8:00 p.m.

The forecast estimates temperatures will reach the upper 80’s to 90’s, however a heat index in the 104-degree range is expected. Extreme heat can be very dangerous and can cause heat-related illnesses including heat stroke, exhaustion, cramps, and dehydration. High temperatures have a more drastic effect on people in vulnerable populations including the elderly, children, and those with preexisting medical conditions.

“It's important that we all take precautions to stay safe and healthy during heatwaves like this,” said Cuyahoga County Director of Public Safety and Justice Services, Brandy Carney. “Limit your time outdoors, take breaks from activities and stay hydrated. Most importantly, check on your family members, neighbors, and pets.” 

Use these helpful tips to stay safe:

• Know the signs of heat related illness. Heavy sweating, weakness, dizziness, nausea, and headache are not to be taken lightly. They can be symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. If you or someone you know experiences these symptoms, it's imperative to move to a cooler place, drink water, and seek medical attention, if necessary.
• NEVER leave children or pets in a vehicle in the heat. Temperatures within a vehicle can rise quickly and become deadly.
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, non-alcoholic and decaffeinated fluids, even if you don't feel thirsty.
• Dress for summer. Wear lightweight, loose fitting, light-colored clothing to reflect heat and sunlight.
• Slow down. Reduce, eliminate, or reschedule strenuous activities until the coolest time of the day.
• Minimize direct exposure to the sun. Sunburn reduces your body's ability to dissipate heat.
• If possible, stay in airconditioned locations. Check your city's website for locations of cooling centers.
• The Division of Senior and Adult Services maintains a map of agencies and resources to assist older adults.
• Heat waves can often lead to poor air quality. To help improve the air we breathe, limit unnecessary car trips and avoid idling vehicles during high heat.

Find tips for managing extreme heat .

Be sure to stay up to date on all vital information by signing up for Cuyahoga County's emergency notification system, READY NOTIFY, today!