Extreme heat covered the USA: how to cool off without air conditioning

Extreme heat has reigned in almost the entire territory of the United States. This weekend is forecast to get even more sunny in the United States. Writes about it CNN.

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The July 14 heat warning affected at least 113 million Americans from Florida, Texas and California all the way to Washington.

Air conditioning usage in Texas has surpassed the previous state record for energy use.

An estimated 27 million people are expected to experience temperatures above 110F (43ºC) in the coming days.

The hot weather is the result of a high-pressure ridge at the upper level, which usually brings warmer temperatures with it, according to the National Weather Service (NWS).

The department noted that this is “one of the strongest” systems of its kind that the region has ever seen.

On the subject: Seven Ways to Cool Your Home Without an Air Conditioner

"The subtropical belt responsible for this likely historic heat wave in the region shows no signs of easing anytime soon," the NWS said in a statement.

Saturday will also be exceptionally hot, with some areas forecast to reach daily highs of 115F (+46ºC). The scorching heat is expected to last until next week.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that about 700 people die each year from heat-related causes in the United States.

How to protect yourself from the heat

A wave of excessive heat can cause a power outage, leaving you without your coveted air conditioner in extreme heat. Or maybe you don't have one at all. What to do to survive a hot time without air conditioning, the publication said MedicineNet.

Use box and ceiling fansto ensure air circulation throughout the house. Opening doors in the house and using fans to push hot air out can act as an exhaust system and draw cooler evening air into the house. At nightfall, open all windows and ensure maximum air circulation. At dawn, close all doors and windows, curtains (it is desirable that they are thick and do not let in light) and blinds to keep the room cool for as long as possible. When the outside air cools down to a lower temperature than inside the house (usually in the evenings or at night), open the windows again and turn on the fans.

Take advantage of the cooling power of water. Fill the container with water and dip your feet into it. Wet towels and bandanas can have a cooling effect when worn on the shoulders or head. Take a cool shower or bath and consider using a spray bottle filled with cold water for refreshment throughout the day.

Get down. Since hot air rises, it makes sense to move to the first floor of the house. The basement can also serve as a cool refuge from the midday heat.

Eliminate additional sources of heat. Incandescent light bulbs can generate unnecessary heat, just like computers or appliances left on. Eat fresh fruits and foods that don't require an oven or stovetop.

Don't forget to support adequate level of hydration, that is, in the heat you need to consume more water than usual. If you are sweating profusely, you should replace cooked meals with a small amount of food and water or drink specially prepared drinks to replace electrolytes. Thirst is the first sign of dehydration. You must drink enough fluids before you feel thirsty to prevent dehydration.

Avoid alcoholic beverages and caffeine because both of these substances can act as diuretics and contribute to dehydration.

For homemade air conditioning system sit in front of a fan blowing air at an open cooler or pot filled with ice.

Try to visit public buildings with air conditioning during the hottest hours of the day, if the heat becomes unbearable. Libraries, shopping malls and movie theaters are great places to cool off.

Don't eat large amounts of protein-rich meals, which can increase metabolic heat and warm the body.

Watch for symptoms of heat-related illnesses (heat cramps, prickly heat, heat exhaustion, heat stroke). Call 911 in case of an emergency due to hot air and try to cool the victim until help arrives.

remember, that pets also suffer when the temperature rises!

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Cooling animals (dogs, rabbits, cats) with a cool bath or shower will help lower their body temperature. A cool towel on the tiled floor, a cool towel, or a washcloth next to a fan will also help keep the animal cool. Make sure they have plenty of cool water to drink. Signs of heat stroke in a pet include:

• rapid breathing;
• wide eyes;
• a lot of saliva;
• hot skin;
• muscle twitching;
• vomiting;
• dumbfounded look.

Call your veterinarian if you think your pet has heat stroke.

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