Houston families keep their cool despite Heat Advisory

HOUSTON — Families were outside Saturday trying to find ways to cool down while the Houston area was under a heat advisory.

“It’s very hot, very intimidating because it’s very hot in Texas,” said parent Chelsea Hunter.

Some people wait a while before going out during the summer heat.

“We stay inside whenever it’s hot outside, especially from 11 o’clock maybe until 3 or 4 o’clock, just because of the heat. So I didn’t really play in the yard,” parent Seth Pratt said.

When people decide to go out and brave the sun, they opt for a place like a paddling pool where they can make sure their children stay cool.

“It feels good, but I know without water it’s hot,” Hunter said.

According to the National Weather Service, heat is one of the leading causes of weather-related deaths in the United States. They say heat-related illnesses can occur quickly.

“Staying hydrated is the number one priority,” Hunter said.

“We usually wait until about 5 p.m. to do anything, you know, or try to do it in the morning,” Pratt said.

KHOU pulled out a large thermometer and it read 99 degrees at 6:37 p.m. Saturday.

That’s why families are making sure they have what they need while continuing to spend time outdoors this summer.

“Stay hydrated, sunscreen and go out in the evening and mosquito spray,” Hunter said.

The Houston Fire Department told KHOU 11 News they had crews at several events Saturday and want to remind people to be safe, take precautions like drinking plenty of water even if you don’t have not thirsty in order to stay hydrated.

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