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Texas Heat Safety for Hikers and Pets | Texas News
Texas is blazing hot this week—with temps hitting the 90s and heat indexes soaring past 100. As the holiday weekend rolls in, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is dropping crucial safety tips: pack way more water than you think you need, check ground temps before letting your dog walk on it (if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for their paws), wear light clothes, sunscreen, and snacks to keep salt levels up. Last year, 169 heat-related incidents were logged in parks—including some involving pets. Experts urge planning: hike early or late, know your trail maps (cell service is…
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