There are ways to keep your kids safe in the heat, though. "Taking lots of breaks, especially if they're being physically active, drinking a lot of water, also using sun protections," said Weisz.

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Updated June 25, 2025 at 8:36 AM EDT. The heatwave baking millions of people across the country has some parents asking this: Is it safe for my kids to play outside?. With school out, children are ...

Updated June 25, 2025 at 8:36 AM EDT. The heatwave baking millions of people across the country has some parents asking this: Is it safe for my kids to play outside?. With school out, children are ...

For Dr. Jess Weisz, a pediatrician at Children's National Hospital in Washington D.C., keeping kids safe in the heat comes down to adults using their common sense. She gets more concerned on weeks ...