Parents are advised to closely monitor their children for signs of overheating during summer break. The City of San Antonio recently reported nine cases of heat-related illnesses in children.

Children are among the groups most vulnerable to heat-related illness, along with older adults and people with disabilities. Further guidance on summer heat safety is available, including expert advice on recognizing the signs of overheating.

For more information on keeping children safe in the heat, residents can consult the original report, which includes additional tips and insights from local medical experts.