Voice
People truly do seem to struggle with heat like this. Personally, I'm used to it. I spent a lot of time in the desert, so this isn't really as awkward for me as it seems to be with others. But for people who aren't used to it, I suppose it can be overwhelming.
[He clears his throat, slipping into the "Miller Voice" quite easily.]
There's a few ways you can reduce the impact of the heat. Firstly, and most important is to remain hydrated. You'll need to drink more than usual, preferably water. It's advisable to eat a small amount alongside each drink rather than eating a lot of food at any one time, as this consumes water. Any sign of thirst means that you need to drink more to avoid dehydration. Avoid alcohol and caffiene, as they can speed up the process of dehydration. At the temperatures the news feed reported, you should be looking at at least a litre per hour if you're out in it, and perhaps half that if you're not, but that can be variable depending on your age and activity level. If dehydration does occur, do not try to drink too much water. Your body will try to take in more than you can handle, which can result in sickness. Dab the lips with water to reduce the urge for thirst and sip slowly.
It may be tempting to remove clothing during the day, but that is inadvisable. Wear light-coloured and light-weighted clothing that covers as much as possible, especially the arms, and cover your head with a hat or scarf. Contact your local doctor to find out symptoms of heat-related illnesses and keep an eye open for them. If possible, remain on the lowest floor at all times. If you can't do that, then keep cold water nearby for when it gets too bad. If you can, take cold showers or baths at the points where it gets the worst, and especially before you go to bed. It might be wise to fill a spray bottle with chilled water for peak heat moments.
Before the sirens, it might be wise to leave your windows open for a time, to allow the cooler evening air to circulate. Once the sirens sound, of course seal it off, but also disable any technology in the room you sleep in, not counting fans. Electrical devices will heat up the room.
...and don't neglect any pets of yours. Some animals have less of a tolerance to the heat than even you, so be sure to keep them cool no matter what.
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[He clears his throat, slipping into the "Miller Voice" quite easily.]
There's a few ways you can reduce the impact of the heat. Firstly, and most important is to remain hydrated. You'll need to drink more than usual, preferably water. It's advisable to eat a small amount alongside each drink rather than eating a lot of food at any one time, as this consumes water. Any sign of thirst means that you need to drink more to avoid dehydration. Avoid alcohol and caffiene, as they can speed up the process of dehydration. At the temperatures the news feed reported, you should be looking at at least a litre per hour if you're out in it, and perhaps half that if you're not, but that can be variable depending on your age and activity level. If dehydration does occur, do not try to drink too much water. Your body will try to take in more than you can handle, which can result in sickness. Dab the lips with water to reduce the urge for thirst and sip slowly.
It may be tempting to remove clothing during the day, but that is inadvisable. Wear light-coloured and light-weighted clothing that covers as much as possible, especially the arms, and cover your head with a hat or scarf. Contact your local doctor to find out symptoms of heat-related illnesses and keep an eye open for them. If possible, remain on the lowest floor at all times. If you can't do that, then keep cold water nearby for when it gets too bad. If you can, take cold showers or baths at the points where it gets the worst, and especially before you go to bed. It might be wise to fill a spray bottle with chilled water for peak heat moments.
Before the sirens, it might be wise to leave your windows open for a time, to allow the cooler evening air to circulate. Once the sirens sound, of course seal it off, but also disable any technology in the room you sleep in, not counting fans. Electrical devices will heat up the room.
...and don't neglect any pets of yours. Some animals have less of a tolerance to the heat than even you, so be sure to keep them cool no matter what.
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