For many, this burst of summer weather is a welcome sight. The sky has been clear, breezes have been warm, and temperatures have warmed to the 90-degree range. But some of us may not be so happy about this toasty sunshine - especially the kids that are back in school.

With temperatures expected to hit 94 by Monday afternoon...and to be only a degree or two cooler Tuesday...schools across the region will be baking. But keeping your kids cool during this unusually warm weather may be easier than you think. The American Red Cross recommends the following:
- dress children in loose-fitting, light-colored clothing
- encourage children to drink plenty of water throughout the day (even if they're not thirsty)
- avoid caffeinated drinks like pop; they make it harder for the body to stay cool
- take it easy in gym class or recess

If your kids do a few of these things tomorrow and Tuesday, they'll stay healthy, and will be able to enjoy some of this late-summer sunshine. Feel free to shoot me an e-mail for additional suggestions.

Hope you had a great weekend.

Joe M.

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