UV ALERT EPA has issued a UV Alert for your area today Ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is expected to be unusually intense. EPA strongly recommends that you take the following steps to reduce risk of overexposure: - Be mindful that UV radiation is highest from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and protect yourself accordingly. - Cover up by wearing a wide-brimmed hat, UV-protective sunglasses, and long sleeves. - Generously apply a broad spectrum sunscreen with UVA and UVB protection and an SPF of at least 30 to exposed skin. Reapply every 2 hours. - Use extra caution near water, snow and sand as they reflect damaging UV rays. - Whenever possible seek shade in the midday hours. While UV intensity is unusually high today and you will need extra protection, it is important to pay attention to the daily UV Index and practice sun safety EVERY DAY to protect yourself from the negative health effects of overexposure to the sun, including skin cancer, cataracts, and premature aging.
