US EditionHow to Stay Cool in a Heat Wave — Even without Air Conditioning
- On Friday, June 20, 2025, temperatures approached 100 degrees Fahrenheit in Kansas City, Missouri, creating dangerous heat conditions.
- This heat wave resulted from ongoing climate change driven by fossil fuel use, exacerbating already high temperatures across affected regions.
- Residents like Karen Ortiz coped without air conditioning during a water shutdown caused by water main work on their street, which has now been resolved.
- Experts advised limiting strenuous activities to cooler times, cautioned against leaving pets in hot cars, and noted pavement too hot for hands is unsafe for animal paws.
- These extreme temperatures increase health risks, especially for older adults and pets, prompting programs to aid vulnerable groups and urging vigilance against heat-related illness.
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How to stay cool and safe in a heat wave
Climate change has been exacerbating heat waves, and the problem isn't going away anytime soon. An increasingly hot planet — due largely to burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas — means already hot regions are getting worse. Heat doesn't just mean canceled events. It also poses a health risk, especially for children, older people and those with certain health conditions. So here are some tips to stay safe. When does heat become …
You can stay cool in a heat wave - even without air conditioning
Climate change has been exacerbating heat waves, and the problem isn't going away anytime soon. An increasingly hot planet — due largely to burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas — means already hot regions are getting worse.
How to stay cool in a heat wave—even without air conditioning
Climate change has been exacerbating heat waves, and the problem isn't going away anytime soon. An increasingly hot planet—due largely to burning fossil fuels such as coal, oil and natural gas—means already hot regions are getting worse.
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