The “Code Red” Declaration has been issued for Montgomery County for the period beginning Monday, June 28, 2021, at 12 p.m. and ending on Wednesday, June 30, 2021, at 7 p.m.
A “Code Red” is declared when hot weather conditions pose a threat of serious harm or death to people without shelter.
Code Red Hot Weather Health Warnings are issued in anticipation of an oppressively hot air mass with a heat index of 100ºF or greater. Heat index values will be at or above 100º between noon and 6 p.m. each of those days. Such conditions can be deadly, and residents should take precautions to prevent heat-related stress and exhaustion.
Those especially at risk are very young children, elderly adults, people with chronic medical conditions, and people who take certain medications. Friends, relatives, or neighbors should check on people who may be at risk. Residents of Montgomery County who need emergency shelter during a “Code Red” can call the Your Way Home Call Center at 2-1-1 or text their zip code to 898-211.
Helpful Tips
- Drink plenty of non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages.
- Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
- If at all possible, try to get outdoor work completed in the morning to avoid the warmest part of the day.
- Keep windows and interior doors open when running a fan at home.
- Keep cool by seeking an air-conditioned building, such as a mall, library, or senior center if available. If not, seek rest in the shade.
For a complete list of Emergency Preparedness Guides, including Extreme Heat, please visit our information page here. For general hot weather information, please visit the Montgomery County Office of Public Health Extreme Weather webpage here.
