The town of Gilbert is offering safety tips to handle Arizona's summer heat.

Stay safe

• Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day, even when you are not thirsty. 

• Limit outdoor activity during the day, take an early morning or late evening walk. 

• Apply SPF of 30 or higher, at least 30 minutes before going out and reapply every two hours. 

• Remember to check your backseat for children and pets. Never leave anyone in a parked car, even with the windows down. 

• Dress for the weather: sunglasses, hat, lightweight and light-colored clothes. 

• Hike during the cooler times and stay hydrated prior to hiking. 

• Check on friends, neighbors, older adults, children, and pets. 

Signs of heat-related illnesses

Extreme heat can cause individuals to be at risk of suffering heat-related illnesses. Heat-related illnesses occur when the body is unable to cool itself properly. Look out for symptoms and seek help or call 911 if you experience any of the following: 

• Heat Stroke: Extremely high body temperature (above 103°F) that may cause confusion, dizziness, nausea, a rapid and strong pulse, throbbing headache, red, hot, and dry skin. 

• Heat Exhaustion: May experience heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, vomiting, or fainting. 

Stay informed 

• Sign up to receive extreme heat warning alerts. 

• Check weather updates daily. 

• Know where heat relief locations are in your area. 

Heat relief locations in Gilbert 

Gilbert has several locations that offer a place for individuals to stay hydrated and cool in air-conditioned buildings.  

Individuals can seek rest at these cooling centers in Gilbert: 

• McQueen Activity Center, 510 N. Horne St. Mon.-Fri. 8 a.m.-9 p.m., Sat 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

• Southeast Regional Library, 775 N. Greenfield Road. Mon.-Thu. 10 a.m.-9 9 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun 1-5 p.m.

• Gilbert Community Center, 130 N. Oak St. Mon.-Thu. 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri 8 a.m.-5 p.m., Sat 9 a.m.-noon. 

The following respite sites are open Monday- Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.: 

• May 26 - June 27 - Gilbert Stake, 234 N. Greenfield Road.

• June 30 - July 31- Redemption Church, 1820 W. Elliot Road.

For more locations and details about the Heat Relief Network, visit gilbertaz.gov/HeatRelief.