HOW HOT IS YOUR HOME?

 HOW HOT IS IT THERE?

Even if we are fortunate enough to have A/C in our houses, apartments, outside lodging, or shared rooms, IT IS STILL TOO HOT, and can be dangerous!

Here are some suggestions for coping with excessive HEAT:

BLOCK OUT THE SUN

CONSIDER HEAT REFLECTIVE WINDOW FILM (that really does work!)

CLOSE CURTAINS AND BLINDS

IMPROVE VENTILATION AND AIR FLOW

OPEN WINDOWS AT NIGHT

CROSS-VENTILATE (open windows on opposite sides of rooms)

USE FREE-STANDNG FANS

PLACE FANS STRATEGICALLY near open windows to draw in cool air or in a corner to circulate the air. 

COOL THE AIR IN FRONT OF FAN (by placing dish of cool water in front of

the fan.

USE CEILING FANS to circulate larger areas of air (flip tiny switch on fan housing to run in counterclockwise direction to push air downward; reverse in winter).

MINIMIZE HEAT SOURCES

TURN OFF HEAT-GENERATING APPLIANCES

 Avoid using ovens, stoves, and other heat-producing appliances during the hottest parts of the day. 

USE EXHAUST FANS 

Turn on exhaust fans in the kitchen and bathroom to remove hot, moist air. 

CHANGE LIGHT BULBS

 Replace incandescent bulbs with energy-efficient LED bulbs, which produce significantly less heat. 

TAKE COOL SHOWERS 

This can help lower your body temperature, making you feel more comfortable. 

DRINK COOL BEVERAGES

Staying hydrated with cool drinks can also help regulate your body temp. 

CONSIDER HAVING INDOOR PLANTS 

Strategically placing plants indoors can help create a cooler environment. 

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