Susquehanna Conference Disaster Response

Staying Healthy in a Heat Wave 🌞 As temperatures soar above normal, it's crucial to prioritize your health and safety. Here are some essential tips to help you stay cool and recognize when to seek emergency assistance: 💦Stay Cool and Hydrated: 🥵 Hydrate Often: Drink plenty of water, even if you don't feel thirsty. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, as they can dehydrate you. ☂️ Seek Shade: Limit outdoor activities during peak sun hours (10 AM - 4 PM). Stay in air-conditioned spaces as much as possible. 🩳 Dress Appropriately: Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing. Use hats and sunglasses for additional protection. 💨 Cool Down: Take cool showers or baths. Use damp cloths or cooling towels on your neck and wrists. 🥵Recognizing Heat-Related Illnesses: Heat Cramps: Muscle pains or spasms in the abdomen, arms, or legs. Rest in a cool place and drink water. 😩 Heat Exhaustion: Symptoms include heavy sweating, weakness, cold, pale, and clammy skin, fast or weak...

VIM Team volunteers are needed in Tioga County, north central PA. These teams are needed for rebuilding work after Tropical Storm Debby that happened last August. The community needs help with repairs and also includes clean up along the creek beds.Here is the persons to contact for the Tioga VIM work; Kristin Hamilton at Khamilton@developtioga.org and Sue Sticklin at Sue Sticklin ssticklin@tiogapartnership.org. Please contact Deb Currinder at drc@susumc.org for any additional questions.

When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! Did you know that over 140 people in Pennsylvania have died from lightning strikes since 1959? The most recent happened in April 2023. Thunderstorms are common in Pennsylvania—and that means lightning is, too. Whether you're inside or outside, it's important to know how to stay safe. ⚡ 5 Outdoor Lightning Safety Tips If a storm is coming and you’re outside: Get to Safety Fast: Go indoors or into a hard-topped car right away. When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! Links to Ready PA Newsletter signup. Avoid Tall Objects: Stay away from trees, poles, and towers. Stay Out of the Water: Don’t swim, fish, or hang out near rivers, lakes or pools. Crouch Down if You Must: If you can’t get inside, crouch low—don’t lie down. Spread Out: If you’re in a group, don’t cluster together. 🏠 5 Indoor Lightning Safety Tips Even indoors, you need to take precautions: Don’t Use Plumbing: Avoid sinks, tubs, and showers—lightning can travel through pipes. Unplug Electron...