Warm Weather Tips
By: WROC-TV
Updated: June 20, 2012
The local Red Cross is reminding people to prepare for heat related problems and emergencies with temperatures soaring into the 90's.
The Red Cross says you should know people who are in your neighborhood who are elderly, sick, or overweight. Officials say they are more likely to become victims of excessive heat and may need help.
The Red Cross also advises that children and pets should never be left alone in enclosed cars.
They also say to know emergency warning signs and that includes heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke.
Monroe County has also extended hours for public swimming at Ontario Beach Park.
The hours will be extended on Wednesday and Thursday because of forecasted high temperatures.
Lifeguards will remain on duty and public swimming will be allowed to continue for one extra hour until 8 p.m.
Normal hours of public swimming are from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. through Labor Day.
Swimming is only allowed at Ontario Beach Park when lifeguards are on duty.
You can find out more about the hours of Ontario Beach Park by calling 753-5887.
