BROWARD COUNTY, FL - The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for all of South Florida including Broward County through Friday, June 16. Residents and visitors are encouraged to stay hydrated and stay inside if possible. 

Warnings like this arise when the heat index reaches 105 degrees or higher. The heat index is calculated by combining the actual temperature with relative humidity to tell people what the temperature "feels like." The heat index is forecasted to be above that over the next several days. 

High indexes could lead to heat exhaustion or heatstroke. Some symptoms include profuse sweating, dizziness, vomiting and fainting. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest seeking shade, cooling off with wet towels, taking a cool bath and/or sipping (not gulping) water. If you experience any of the above symptoms for more than one hour, you are encouraged to seek medical attention.

The County's Resilient Environment Department has taken steps to help residents and visitors deal with the prolonged heat by mapping out the more vulnerable parts of the County. The Department has also launched a survey to determine people's preparedness when it comes to excessive heat. For more information, on what the County is doing to become more resilient, visit our website. 

Resilient Environment Department

Broward County's Resilient Environment Department is responsible for advancing the resilience of our community through diverse environmental, planning, housing, regulatory and community-oriented programs. The Department is charged with leading planning efforts and steering projects to urgently mitigate climate change and its impacts, including measures to advance clean energy solutions, address the local impacts of sea-level rise, reduce emissions and protect against economic inequities. By implementing these actions, Broward County offers a greener, more sustainable and climate-resilient community. For more information, follow us on Facebook, email resilience@broward.org or call 954-357-6663.

June 15, 2023
MEDIA CONTACT
Dr. Jennifer Jurado, Chief Resilience Officer, Deputy Director
Resilient Environment Department 
954-519-1464
jjurado@broward.org