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In Richmond, we\u2019re gearing up for a weekend of moderate heat risk. On days with moderate heat risk, it\u2019s okay for most people to spend some time outside. It might be a good day to avoid staying outside for long periods of time. If you\u2019re more sensitive to heat because of your age or a health condition, you might plan more time inside.<\/p>\n

How do we know how to plan? This year, we\u2019ve got CDC\u2019s\u00a0HeatRisk dashboard<\/a>, which helps you look at the week ahead and figure out how heat might impact your day-to-day life.<\/p>\n

As we move into summer holidays, you can check the HeatRisk dashboard just like you would check the forecast for rain when making plans. On major or extreme heat risk days, you can reschedule outdoor events or spend more of your time in an air-conditioned public space, like a museum or a shopping center. There is also cooling refuge in locations across the region:<\/p>\n