Beating the Summer Heat

Experts advise to drink an adequate amount of water if you’re out in the sun, even if you’re not especially thirsty. (Texas A&M AgriLife photo by Laura McKenzie)

Beating the Summer Heat

Plan your days so you can be indoors and in air-conditioning as much as possible when it is the hottest outside. (Stock photo)

As outdoor temperatures increase, so does the possibility of heat stress or even heat stroke. But there are ways to avoid getting “overheated” this summer, according to Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.“Now that summer is near, people are going outdoors and staying outdoors longer,” said Mark Faries, Ph.D., AgriLife ...

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