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Heat Waves

When the summer sun beats down and temperatures soar, working outdoors and managing livestock during a heatwave presents significant challenges. A heatwave, often defined by prolonged periods of above-average temperatures combined with high humidity, can be incredibly taxing on both people and animals.

Beyond human safety, this resource also highlights the crucial considerations for protecting farm animals from heat stress. Learn how to recognize the signs of distress in your livestock and the essential measures you can take to ensure their well-being.

New York Eden's Heat Wave resource provides information on how to prevent and manage heat stress in both people and animals.

Working in the Heat

Heat Illness Prevention goes over Employer Responsibilities, Information for Workers, and other Heat Illness prevention tips.

Heat Safety Tips and Resources from the National Weather Service provides general insights on how to keep you and your family safe at home or outside during a heat wave.

New York State Department of Health provides information on health risks specific to New Yorkers when the temperatures climb.

Extreme Heat shares valuable preparedness tips so you can be ready for heat waves and what to do when one hits.

Heat Cautions for Animals

Heat Stress in Dairy Cattle

Heat Stress in Sheep and Goats

Heat Stress in Swine

Heat Stress Management in Broilers