As a heat wave hits, here's how to keep yourself -- and your pets -- safe

As a dangerous heat wave hits the West, here are tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for how to keep yourself safe in the heat.

As a dangerous heat wave hits the West, here are tips from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for how to keep yourself safe in the heat. Take precautions to prevent sunburn, which can make you dehydrated and impact your ability to cool down. Use sunscreen that's SPF 15 or higher 30 minutes before going outside. Sunscreens that say “broad spectrum” or “UVA/UVB protection” are best.