Heat Wave Warning: Stay Safe This Summer | Austin News

Central Texas is baking under triple-digit heat, and the Pflugerville Fire Department is sounding the alarm—this isn’t just hot, it’s dangerous. With UV levels through the roof and scorching temps expected to last through August, firefighters warn of a spike in heat-related emergencies. Stay indoors between 10 AM and 4 PM if you can, hydrate like your life depends on it (yes, more than you think), wear light, covering clothing, and slap on SPF 15 sunscreen. Sweat hard? Replenish electrolytes. Sunburn can strike in as little as 15-25 minutes. Watch for early heat sickness signs—dizziness, nausea, or lack of sweat—and call 911 if symptoms escalate. And never, ever leave kids or pets in parked cars—it can hit 160 degrees inside in minutes. This heat? No joke. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3d4633a4b885a41b