How to Stay Safe From the Harsh Sun in NC

Because sunburn is not fun for anyone. We want you to be safe from the harsh UV. Here are some helpful tips to save your skin and still have fun…

Alexis Zarycki

Updated May 21, 2020 1:39 PM EDT

FORT DIX, NJ – JANUARY 29: Donated items for soldiers’ care kits include lotion, sunscreen and lip balm at the Fort Dix Military Reservation January 29, 2003 in Fort Dix, New Jersey. The care kits, which include items such as Chapstick, foot powder, sunscreen and body lotion, are given to the soldiers to provide them with some of the comforts of home as they deploy overseas. Community groups throughout the state of New Jersey donated items for the soldiers. (Photo by William Thomas Cain/Getty Images)

(Photo by William Thomas Cain/Getty Images)

Because sunburn is not fun for anyone. We want you to be safe from the harsh UV. Here are some helpful tips to save your skin and still have fun in the QC.

Wear sunblock no matter where you are traveling to protect yourself and the kids from UV rays. Check the SPF depending on how much time you plan to spend in the sun that day.
Stay hydrated We all love soda and sports drinks when it’s hot, don’t forget the body needs WATER, WATER, WATER!
If you have an elderly family member or friend check in on them, this time of year can be most dangerous due to many not having a way to escape the heat.
You can make your own ice pack with 2 cups of water,1 cup of rubbing alcohol, and a couple of freezer bags. Make them ahead of time, freeze them, and if you’re planning a day outside keep them in the cooler and have a way to cool down always available.