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Mathrubhumi EnglishKerala steps up food safety checks amid rising heat, inspects bottled water and ice. Over 3,600 raids, strict action warned against unsafe products. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/kerala-ramps-up-checks-on-bottled-water-ice-amid-heatwave-health-dept-warns-of-strict-action-ow1pqd87?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #VeenaGeorge #Kerala #HeatWave
I Write LikeThat's why I love the Greek word καύσωνας (pronounced kaf-so-nas, translates to "heatwave"). "Heatwave" still feels too neutral, just a vessel for factual information, while KAFSONAS breathes out fire like a dragon.
CBC British ColumbiaWhat this historic snow drought will mean for the summer
A historic March heat wave effectively erased a month of winter, triggering a massive snow drought from the southwest U.S. up to parts of British Columbia. CBC's Johanna Wagstaffe looks at what this means for the summer water supply and wildfire risk for hundreds of communities that rely on a slow snowmelt.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/record-low-snowpack-early-melt-western-north-america-9.7168094?cmp=rss
A historic March heat wave effectively erased a month of winter, triggering a massive snow drought from the southwest U.S. up to parts of British Columbia. CBC's Johanna Wagstaffe looks at what this means for the summer water supply and wildfire risk for hundreds of communities that rely on a slow snowmelt.
https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/british-columbia/record-low-snowpack-early-melt-western-north-america-9.7168094?cmp=rss
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🚫👑With Yet Another Heatwave heading in, here are a few pointers from a person who's dealt with AC and cooling a housing space:
If you have AC:
1. It's far easier to KEEP a space cool than MAKE a space cool. Start the AC before it gets hot. It's easier on your AC unit and your power bill.
2. Install a modern programmable thermostat. They're more accurate and allow for more granular control. $$
3. Make sure your condenser is sized appropriately for the space it's cooling. Having a too-small one won't save you money in the long run, as it'll have to work harder over its life span. $$$$$
4. Regular maintenance is A MUST. Check your filter every season and change if necessary. It's essential to proper functioning of the unit. Clean the outside of the unit, if necessary. $-$$$
In any case:
1. KEEP THE SUN OUT. Close your blinds and drapes. Tape foil in the windows. Whatever it takes, especially if you have single pane windows. Look into thermal insulated drapes that run to the floor (bonus: they help keep the cold out in winter, too). $-$$
2. Use fans to move air around. Install ceiling fans, if you can. Set box fans in open windows on the shaded side of the space to vent hot air if possible. $
3. Portable rolling AC units are surprisingly effective in cooling small spaces. Make sure they're vented outside. $$$
4. There are tutorials online for homemade evaporative cooling setups. $
5. Personal fans help. I have one that sits on my neck with two fan heads. A spray bottle with water helps, too. Keep it in the fridge for extra coolness. $
6. Don't be proud, especially if you have chronic illnesses or are on medications that affect your ability to endure heat. Find a cooling center, rent a hotel room, go to an indoor shopping center or movie theater. It's not just comfort - it's healthcare. $-$$$
7. Keep hydrated. Use electrolyte drinks to replace minerals lost due to sweat. Know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. $
8. Check on your neighbors!
9. Consider your insulation. It settles and breaks down over time. It might be time to top it off. $$$-$$$$
Be careful and take care.
Summer heat in India is not just exhausting, it can also trigger frequent nosebleeds. Here’s why it happens and how you can stay protected https://english.mathrubhumi.com/lifestyle/health/why-nosebleeds-happen-in-summer-india-causes-prevention-epistaxis-jz0lhuzf?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #SummerHealth #Heatwave #HealthTips
In response to increasing heat stress, the government has activated a Heat Health Action Plan. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/kerala/kerala-heatwave-alert-health-guidelines-tips-warnings-what-to-do-y8l3ziui?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #heatwave #kerala #health #UVradiation #warnings
Frank (he/him)Temperature just hit 90°F here in Philly. Too early for squirrel sploots.
I feel ya, little buddy. I feel ya.
#squirrels #animals #wildlife #heatwave #ClimateChange
I feel ya, little buddy. I feel ya.
#squirrels #animals #wildlife #heatwave #ClimateChange
Federico HernandezFirst run of the year with a double digit temperature: 10C.
Edit: positive double digits.
DragofixDeadly heat thresholds have already being crossed in six recent heat waves, study shows https://phys.org/news/2026-04-deadly-thresholds.html
Deadly heat thresholds have already being crossed in six recent heat waves, study shows
Deadly heat wave events are occurring at temperatures and humidity levels previously thought to be survivable, according to a new paper by a team of international researchers, including from The Australian National University (ANU) and the University of Sydney. The research is published in the journal Nature Communications.