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Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and the restrictions enacted by Jackson County, the regularly scheduled meetings of the Raytown Fire Protection District will be held virtually on Zoom.


Members of the public may attend these meetings held at 6:00 PM on the second and forth Tuesday of each month by going to https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88484692728


Tuesday, July 9, 2013

Please Use Caution When Out In The Heat




Hot Weather Advisory
The National Weather Service has announced an excessive heat watch for this Tuesday and Wednesday, with temperatures that will rise into the low to mid 90s. When outside temperatures are very high, the danger for heat-related illnesses rises. Older adults, young children, and people with mental illness and chronic diseases are at particularly high risk.
The following tips are recommended so you and your family can stay cool and safe:
Stay cool
   Spend more time in air conditioned places. If you don't have air conditioning, consider visiting a mall, movie theater or other cool public places.
   Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sun.
   Dress in lightweight clothing.
   Check up on your elderly neighbors and relatives and encourage them to take these precautions too. Drink liquids
                     Drink plenty of water. Avoid drinks with caffeine, alcohol and large amounts of sugar because they can actually dehydrate your body.
                     Have a beverage with you as much as possible, and sip or drink frequently. Don't wait until you're thirsty to drink.
                     If you go outside

• Limit the time you're in direct sunlight.

Do not leave infants, children, people with mobility challenges and pets in a parked car, even with the window rolled down.

Avoid or reduce doing activities that are tiring, or take a lot of energy.

Do outdoor activities in the cooler morning and evening hours.

Avoid sunburn. Use a sunscreen lotion with a high SPF (sun protection factor) rating.