The No-Nonsense Guide to Heat Wave, Drought, & Hot Weather Safety (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781312683266)

This book could save your life! The No-Nonsense Guide To Heat Wave, Drought,& Hot Weather Safety is the latest in a series focusing on preparing for natural (and man-made) disasters. This guide is designed to provide a comprehensive source for the latest research related to hot-weather safety. Subjects covered include: providing a basic survey-level understanding of hot weather and its effects on the human body; addressing long-held myths on what helps to stay cool (and what doesn't); the effects of droughts and heat waves; how to be proactive in preparing for hot weather; water-saving strategies; providing sound advice by government & weather professionals/researchers on the best courses of action during hot-weather events. This manual also contains several useful appendices that include a listing of government and charitable resources, a list of useful weather-warning smartphone and computer apps, a guide to specific types of sunburns, and several other relevant hot-weather topics.

Author: Jeffery Sims
ISBN-10: 1312683260
ISBN-13: 9781312683266
Publisher: Lulu.com
Language: English
Published: 11/18/2014
Pages: 92
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.32lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.22d