Extreme heat can lead to serious health issues. Exposure to heat may lead to heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat stroke, and even death.
The Maryland Department of Health monitors extreme heat conditions from May through September.
Click here to view our Heat-Related Illness Surveillance Reports.
Click here to view our 2023 Extreme Heat Emergency Plan.
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Expand the sections below to learn more about how to stay safe during extreme heat.