Brookfield Under Heat Advisory Friday

If you have plans to be outside tomorrow, you might want to change them.

Temperatures Friday will be in the mid- to upper-90s with the heat index between 100 and 110 degrees, according to the National Weather Service.

A heat advisory will be in effect from noon to 8 p.m. Friday.

Summer heat waves have the potential to be deadly and in the past 50 years have caused more weather-related deaths in Wisconsin than tornadoes and severe storms, according to the Wisconsin Emergency Management and National Weather Service. In 1995 two heat waves caused 154 heat-related deaths and over 300 heat-related illnesses, they said.

The National Weather Service is warning that the hot, humid weather could cause heat-related problems for those working or spending times outdoors or for those without an air conditioner.

The National Weather Services notes that those taking certain medications, very young children and elderly people will be vulnerable to the hot conditions.

Brookfield Fire Chief Charlie Myers said residents should avoid being in the sun especially during the hottest part of the day, stay hydrated and find a cool place.

If people don't have air conditioning, Myers said they could go to public places that do such as the Brookfield Public Library, 1900 N. Calhoun Road.

"It's a great time to go to the movies, the mall or grocery shopping," Myers said. 

will be open, but experts advise guardians to closely watch swimmers for signs of heat exhaustion. 

Myers urged residents to check on their neighbors, especially those who have limited mobility or no air conditioning.

"It's always good to go check on your neighbor and make sure they're doing OK," the chief said.

To avoid heat exhaustion people should drink plenty of water and fluids with electrolytes, such as Gatorade. Took cool down a person who has heat exhaustion, place ice packs underneath their armpits and place cool water on the back of their necks.

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services also recommended these heat advisory tips: 

• Never leave children, disabled persons, or pets in a parked car — even briefly. 
• Keep your living space cool. Cover windows to keep the sun from shining in. If you don’t have an air conditioner, open windows to let air circulate. When it’s hotter than 95 degrees use fans to blow hot air out of the window rather than to blow hot air on your body. Basements or ground floors are often cooler than upper floors.
• Slow down and limit physical activity. Plan outings or exertion for the early morning or after dark when temperatures are cooler.
• Drink plenty of water and eat lightly. Don’t wait for thirst, but instead drink plenty of water throughout the day. Avoid alcohol or caffeine and stay away from hot, heavy meals.
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing. Add a hat or umbrella to keep your head cool… and don’t forget sunscreen.
• Don’t stop taking medication unless your doctor says you should. Take extra care to stay cool and ask your doctor or pharmacist for any special heat advice.
• Infants should drink breast milk or formula to get the right balance of water, salts and energy. 
• Taking a cool shower or bath will cool you down. A shower or bath will actually work faster than an air conditioner. Applying cold wet rags to the neck, head and limbs also cools down the body quickly.