Keep cool.
When we think of extreme weather during the summer, Hurricanes are usually the first thing that comes to mind. But the summer months also bring extreme high temperatures, as we’re seeing now with much of the Northeast United States in triple digit temperatures.
Extreme heat can cause a number of workplace interruptions – from exhaustion and poor air quality that may keep employees away from work; to brownouts, blackouts and wildfires which can completely shut down businesses for days at a time.
During a heat related emergency look into getting access to portable air conditioning (available at hardware stores), and establish contingency plans for loss of power. Try to encourage employees to stay indoors whenever possible, and avoid strenuous work outdoors during the hottest parts of the day. And as always, review your larger business continuity plan and prepare for anything you can imagine.
For more information on temperature related concerns, see FEMA's Extreme Heat Guide.
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