As scorching temperatures are expected to dominate this summer's forecast, millions of people will be forced to find creative ways to beat the heat without the luxury of air conditioning. For those living in areas where the sweltering heat is a constant companion, the challenges are all too real. In regions like the American Southwest or tropical climates around the world, residents have long relied on innovative strategies to stay cool. A heat researcher who grew up in one of these areas is sharing practical tips on how to stay safe and comfortable in the face of extreme heat, offering a lifeline to those struggling to cope with the heat.
"Extreme heat" is in the forecast this summer. How do people cope if they don't have air conditioning? Here are suggestions from a heat researcher who grew up in a very hot, AC-less place.
