It's What's Up...Tuesday!

I know we normally send out our midweek email on Wednesday, but with the dangerous heat that’s sweeping the country this week, I wanted to get this in your hands as soon as possible. This morning, I woke up to a brownout because everyone and their brother is using their air conditioning. 

What would you do if you didn’t have air conditioning to rely on? 

The kind of heat we’re having always places a lot of stress on an already aging electrical grid, so it’s a good idea to have a backup plan if you find yourself without power. Or if you don’t have air conditioning or don’t want the electric bill that comes with it. 

I’ve put together a list of ways to keep your home and yourself cool.

Most of them don’t rely on electricity. (A couple do.) Just a reminder that this kind of heat is especially dangerous for the very young and the elderly. Please check on family and neighbors, and stay cool and safe.