Hot Weather Guidelines

In late August and early September, temperatures in Cache Valley are sometimes high. Cache County School District has created the guidelines below to assist schools and parents during these periods. At these hotter times, our district closely monitors the weather and implements hot-weather guidelines as needed to ensure the safety of all students and staff. 

We use The Center for Disease Control and Prevention's HeatRisk, a service that monitors local conditions to help determine whether temperatures pose an elevated risk. Click here to view the current HeatRisk forecast.

HeatRisk Level	Description	Guidelines for Schools
	This level of heat is very common in northern Utah and poses little to no risk from expected heat.	No preventative actions necessary.
	Heat of this type is very common in July and August and is tolerated by most. There is a minor risk for extremely heat-sensitive groups, especially when outdoors without adequate hydration.	Increase hydration breaks. For buildings without a/c, open windows in early morning and use fans to bring cooler air inside buildings.
	Heat of this type is fairly common in northern Utah and tolerated by many. There is a moderate risk for members of heat-sensitive or vulnerable groups to experience negative heat-related health effects.	Increase hydration breaks. Students bring water bottles to school. Monitor the temperature of individual classrooms. Monitor children for signs of heat-related symptoms. Move outdoor activities to cooler times of the day. For buildings without a/c, open windows in early morning and use fans to bring cooler air inside buildings. Use fans to keep air moving throughout the day.
	Heat of this type is uncommon in northern Utah and represents a major risk to much of the population, especially for individuals who are 1) exposed to the sun and active or 2) are in a heat-sensitive group. This level of heat may be dangerous to anyone without proper hydration or adequate cooling.	Increase hydration breaks. Students bring water bottles to school Monitor the temperature of individual classrooms. Monitor students for signs and symptoms of dehydration or heat exhaustion. Consider canceling outdoor activities during the heat of the day; otherwise, move activities to the coolest parts of the day. Check the temperature of playground equipment. For buildings without a/c, open windows in early morning and use fans to bring cooler air inside buildings. Use fans to keep air moving throughout the day.
	This is a rare level of heat in northern Utah and may only occur during unusual multi-day heat waves. High risk for the entire population.	Strongly consider canceling outdoor activities. Monitor the temperature of individual classrooms. The school district may consider an early release to avoid high temperatures in the afternoon.