As temperatures rise, the Queen Creek Fire and Medical Department (QCFMD), in partnership with For Our Town, is hosting a bottled water drive to provide essential hydration to those most at risk during the extreme heat.
Queen Creek Fire Station 1, located at 20678 Civic Parkway, will serve as the donation drop off location with QCFMD distributing water bottles to individuals in need. The goal is to collect 250 cases of bottled water.
Residents can also bring a case of water to the What’s Poppin’ Event on June 3 at the Queen Creek Recreation & Aquatic Center, 22343 E. Ryan Road. The open house will be held from 5 – 7 p.m. with town staff sharing updates on projects and programs.
Heat Safety Tips
During the high temperatures, it is important to plan ahead to avoid heat-related illness. Heat-related illnesses are preventable.
The Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Prevention provides tips for preventing heat-related illnesses:
- Drink plenty of fluids – don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink water
- Avoid liquids that cause you to lose more body fluids (alcohol and sugary drinks)
- Stay indoors, if at all possible
- Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing
- Limit outdoor activity to morning and evening hours
- If you must be outdoors, rest often in a shady area
- Protect yourself from the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and plenty of sunscreen
Children and pets should never be left alone in a vehicle, especially during the summer months. The ‘look before you lock’ campaign serves as a reminder of the dangers of a hot vehicle.
The Human Society provides the following tips for keeping pets safe in the heat:
- Keep pets indoors when possible
- Limit outdoor exercise to early morning or evening
- Avoid long walks, hikes and excessive play
- Provide pets with extra, cool water sources
- Consider dog booties for hot pavement
As temperatures increase, cooling off in the pool becomes more popular. Always practice the ABCDs of water safety:
- Adult supervision
- Barriers between children and water
- Classes in CPR and swim lessons
- Devices near water including rescue rings, hooks and lifejackets
For more safety tips, visit QueenCreekAZ.gov/SafetyTips. To stay updated on news and events, follow the Town on Facebook.com/QueenCreek and X.com/TownofQC. To report non-emergency issues, visit QueenCreekAZ.gov/SeeClickFix.
Media Contact:
Constance Halonen-Wilson, Communications & Marketing Manager
480-358-3195
