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Updated: 1 p.m., June 8 | Posted: 12:20 p.m., June 7

 out there! A heat wave that’s been pounding Minnesota since late last week will continue over the next few days with most of the state seeing temperatures in the 90s through Thursday.

 on staying cool and safe when you’re outside:

 is important, too! Especially if you don’t have any air-conditioning. Here are a few tips from renewable energy expert 

Recognize the symptoms of heat related illness

If you experience these symptoms, get to a cool place as soon as possible, sip water, loosen your clothes and put cold wet cloth on your body to help cool down. Seek medical attention if you start vomiting or if symptoms get worse or last longer than an hour.

 is more serious and should be treated right away. Symptoms include:

If someone is experiencing a heat stroke, they should get medical attention right away. And in the meantime move them to a cool location, lower their body temp with a cool cloth or bath, and only give them water if the person is awake and alert enough to swallow.

Children, older adults, pregnant people and people with chronic illnesses are strongly advised to limit outdoor activities to prevent heat illnesses. Health officials encourage checking up on friends, neighbors and those without air conditioning.

Places to cool off around the Twin Cities

If you’re looking for a cool place to wait out the hottest stretches, here are links to a few interactive maps identifying libraries, recreation centers, beaches and more for 

Ramsey County also has individual maps for 

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