To stay cool in the heat, some key strategies include staying in the shade or indoors during the hottest parts of the day, wearing light-colored, loose- fitting clothing, and drinking plenty of water to stay hydrated. Using fans or air conditioning to keep indoor spaces cool, taking cool showers, and applying cool water or ice to pulse points on the body can also provide effective relief from heat. Eating light meals with high water content like fruits and vegetables helps maintain hydration and a cooler feeling. Additionally, limiting physical activity to cooler times of the day, and keeping windows and curtains closed on sun-facing sides during the hottest hours prevents heat from building up inside homes.

Practical Tips to Stay Cool

• Wear sunscreen and a hat when outside, and take breaks in shade or indoors.
• Keep clothes wet or use cooling sprays and take cool showers.
• Drink fluids regularly, especially water, and eat hydrating foods like cucumbers and watermelon.
• Use fans strategically to circulate cooler air, especially placed near windows or on the floor.
• Create a cool environment at home by closing windows and curtains during the day and opening them at cooler times.

Cooling Techniques for the Body

• Cool pulse points like wrists, ankles, and neck with ice or cold water.
• Wet clothes can help release heat through evaporation.
• Dip feet in cool water or use mist sprays to create a cooling effect.

These methods help not only with comfort but also with preventing heat-related illnesses like heat exhaustion and heatstroke during hot weather.