“Feelin' Hot Hot Hot!”
Did you know a collared lizard can switch between its feet to help avoid the bottoms getting too hot? This works well for the lizard, but if you’re not into hopping back and forth, there are other ways YOU can be prepared for high temperatures during a park visit. Remember, the risk of heat illness can happen in any national park environment whether it’s an urban, historical, mountainous, coastal, or desert park.
🌞 Pick the right activity for you. Consider how daily temperatures will impact what time you should start your activity (early morning and late afternoon tend to be cooler) and how long you should be out in the park.
🌞 Check the weather forecast and park alerts for information on heat advisories and temperatures expected during your visit. If extreme heat is forecasted, schedule your activity for a cooler part of the day or plan to go out another day.
🌞 Protect your skin. Did you see the lizard? Wear sunscreen and have a hat, sunglasses,...