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What shold come as no surprise to Michigan residents due to the temperatures over the last few days, the official start of summer starts later tonight.
The summer solstice will begin promptly at 7:09 p.m. eastern time tonight, according to the Farmer's Almanac.
The first day of summer is the longest day of the year, the Sun reaches its most northern point in the sky at local noon. After this date, the days start getting shorter.
Temperatures will rise well into the 90's again on Wednesday.
Here are some tips from the Genesee County Health Department on how to stay cool and safe on these hot summer days:
-> Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids, especially during heavy exertion. During hot weather you should drink 8 to 10 glasses of fluids per day. Water is best. Avoid drinks with alcohol, which increase fluid loss.
-> Wear appropriate clothing. Use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) number 15 or higher.
-> Limit physical activities. Rest often. Plan outdoor activities early in the day or in the evening.
-> Pace yourself. In a hot environment, it is safer to work slowly and grdually pick up your pace.
-> Stay cool indoors. The most efficient way to beat the heat is to stay in an air conditioned area. When the temps are in the 90's or higher, a fan will not prevent heat-related illness. A cool shower or bath is a more effective way to cool off.
-> Visit a mall, grocery store, department store, movie theatre, senior center, community center library or other air-conditioned facility to cool off.
-> Never leave children, the elderly or pets unattended in a vehicle. Even with the windows rolled down, or just for a few minutes, the temps in the car can rise to dangerous levels.
