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Help with the heat
Here are tips and resources for coping with dangerous heat conditions.
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The average U.S. household will spend more than $2,000 on home energy this year, according to the nonprofit Alliance to Save Energy. That means that cutting monthly bills by 10 or 20 percent will add up to significant savings.
Facts about excessive heat from the National Weather Service
An interactive explanation of how to stay safe in excessive heat.
The National Weather Service offers these tips to keep healthy during extreme heat.
The Veterinary Teaching Hospital at North Carolina State University offers these tips to help keep your pets healthy in the hot summertime.
Durham County’s Crisis Intervention Program is one of several funding resources available to help residents with heating and cooling needs. Qualified recipients are at or below 150% of the poverty level. The household income for a family of three cannot be more than $2,289 a month. Families approved for Crisis Intervention Program funding can receive up to $600 a year. Call 919-560-8000 for information.
Wake County's White Flag Network aims to help prevent heat related illnesses by offering access to air-conditioned facilities for homeless people when the heat index is above 101 degrees Fahrenheit.
Emergency help with energy bills for households who qualify.
How to qualify for fan purchase assistance and free air conditioners from Wake County.
The Helping Hand Mission Inc. in Raleigh assists families on a one-on-one basis with food, clothing, furniture, and shelter.
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