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Experts recommend the 'caveman method' for staying cool during heatwaves by keeping windows and doors closed to mimic a cave, reducing sunlight and outside air entry, and using long-term solutions like window tinting and blinds to maintain cooler indoor temperatures.
Sleep experts warn UK households against leaving fans on overnight during the heatwave due to health risks like dryness, allergies, muscle stiffness, headaches, and disrupted sleep. Instead, they recommend short-term fan use, natural cooling methods, and proper sleepwear to stay cool and safe.
With an excessive heat warning in place, City Utilities provides recommendations to stay cool and keep energy bills low, including using a smart thermostat, cleaning air filters, closing drapes and shades, using ceiling fans counterclockwise, and cooking with small appliances. The Springfield-Greene County Health Department advises staying hydrated, avoiding strenuous activities during the hottest part of the day, wearing lightweight clothing, and seeking shade. Cooling centers are available in air-conditioned buildings, and symptoms of heat exhaustion should be monitored closely.
As extreme heat waves continue to sweep across the United States, air conditioning systems are being pushed to their limits. Most AC units are designed to keep indoor temperatures about 20 degrees cooler than outside, but with temperatures exceeding 100 degrees Fahrenheit in many areas, this poses a challenge. Experts recommend maximizing AC effectiveness by setting the thermostat at a desired temperature, cleaning filters and coils, turning off heat-producing appliances, using ceiling fans, and cooling down the house at night while shading windows during the day. Longer-term solutions include better insulation and variable-speed compressors, although there are no major breakthroughs in air conditioning technology on the horizon.
To keep car seats cooler in the Texas heat, experts recommend draping a white towel over darker-colored seats to prevent them from absorbing excessive heat, as well as to protect children from hot seat buckles. Investing in cooling towels, which can remain cold for longer periods, can also help lower body temperature in extreme heat. Additionally, using sun shades and window tints can block UV rays and keep car seats cooler.
As we enter the summer months, the risk of your phone overheating increases. Overheating can impact the performance of your device, degrade the battery, and even cause permanent damage. To prevent overheating, keep your phone in environments that are suitably cooled and ventilated, avoid using it in extreme temperatures, and keep phone activity down to a minimum when it's overheating. Move the phone to a cooler and shadier spot as soon as possible, take it off its charger if it's charging, and remove the case if your phone has one.