Scorching temperatures and high humidity—especially together—can pose serious health risks. Here’s how to protect yourself.

  • If people need real advice, cool your neck as your carotid artery is a great way to cool yourself off.

    Wrap a damp paper towel or cloth around your neck, and use the evaporative cooling to help you keep cool. Try not to “fold” the towel, just get a thin layer wet. The goal is to use evaporative cooling to cool the blood going to and from the brain.