Summer is in full bloom. With heat waves circulating across much of the country, power to run the AC has become limited. There are many things you can do to cool off if your Bullhead City home is without an AC.
First off, place something frozen in your hand for as long as you can. This is going to cool your body by as much as 3 degrees F and will last for up to an hour. Stop if it begins to hurt. Even if you are not thirsty, drink a lot of water. All of the fluids lost from perspiration must be made up somewhere. Stay away from direct sunlight. If you have to go outside, cover up with airy, loose-fitting clothing.
Turn off all heat sources such as lights or the TV. Take a cool shower or bath, making sure to wet your hair. Place a damp towel behind your neck, on your forehead, on the inside of your wrists and elbows, and on the backs of your knees. These points will naturally cool the rest of your body down.
If all else fails, go to the movies, a bookstore, or other air-conditioned location. Humans have lived for many years without AC. Roughing it for a few days will not be that hard.
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