How to cope in a heatwave - according to you

As the UK experiences record-breaking June heat, citizens are sharing creative DIY methods to keep their homes cool. Suggestions include using foil or white sheets on windows to reflect sunlight and placing frozen water bottles in front of fans.
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Provides practical, low-cost advice for public safety during extreme weather events exacerbated by climate change.
Image source, Annie Smith/Jess Jepson By Grace Dean Published 12 minutes ago As the UK swelters through some of its hottest June nights on record, people have been looking for more creative ways to stay cool.
The article is a neutral, human-interest report based on user-submitted tips and official health advice.
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