From thrilling water attractions and relaxing splash pads to shaded areas and hydration tips, we've got all the best ways to beat the heat while having fun.
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00:00As the summer heat kicks in, amusement parks like right here at Sesame Place are packed with visitors eager to enjoy the rides and attractions, but with the heat index climbing, staying safe and cool becomes paramount.
00:13It's one of the best ways to cool off right now. I mean, look at this castle.
00:19William Parisi and his family are enjoying the day at Sesame Place. Having fun is at the top of their list, but they have some other priorities too.
00:27Definitely sunscreen and making sure the boys, my two boys are, you know, hydrating, you know, and definitely staying safe.
00:35Temperatures Thursday climbed over 90 degrees by afternoon across the Philadelphia region. With the heat comes the possibility for sunburns.
00:43Brett Fury came dressed in a rash guard to help avoid the harsh sun rays.
00:47We were also lucky enough that I had planned for a cabana, so we have some shade, we have all the water we want, sunscreen, make sure they eat and have fun.
00:56Around the park, you'll find shaded areas, plenty of umbrellas with ways to cool off and stay hydrated.
01:02Around the park, we've also got a number of water attractions, splash pads, a lazy river, a wave pool. So there's a number of ways to stay cool outside.
01:11When headed to any amusement park, build in time to relax in air conditioned locations throughout the day. If your park has water attractions, supervision is key.
01:20Each of our locations, we make sure we keep our guests as safe as possible by having lifeguards on staff at every single water attraction.
01:27Most of our water attractions have LifeVest next to them, so you can easily grab a LifeVest, put it on your child and bring them into the water and not have to worry because they're not only safe on their own, but they also have lifeguard supervision as well.
01:39Remember to plan ahead, use sunscreen and take breaks to ensure a great experience.
01:45So whether you're here for the thrills or maybe even just to cool off, keeping these tips in mind will ensure a safe and enjoyable day at the amusement park.
01:53For AccuWeather in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, I'm Allie Reed.