Heatwave survival!
Ok, heat tips from 115 degree fieldwork/New Jersey weather weirdness, not sure if it helps, but hey, what the heck, can’t hurt!:
Gatorade (or similar drinks) is a lifesaver, especially if you aren’t acclimated to high heat. Get a bunch of those ridiculously sized bottles that you wonder who in their right mind would buy, and sip it throughout the day, even if you think you don’t need it. You need fluids and electrolytes, which you will be loosing!
Close any blinds or cover windows with towels. Block off greenhouses and/or sunrooms as if they were filled with hordes or raging zombies.
Any zoo housing temperate or Arctic species has AC, same with most museums that house large amounts of organic/volatile material. Most public libraries are also temp controlled.
As enjoyable as it is, don’t stick your head in the fridge for prolonged periods of time. In the end, it will make the fridge run harder, emitting more heat.
Regardless of gender, I personally give you permission to not wear a shirt (who’s going to notice if your blinds are closed anyway?).
Nausea and dizziness are VERY BAD, especially together! Do whatever you can to get cooled down if you experience either or (especially) both. This is a sign of heat exhaustion, DO NO IGNORE IT.
Our old boy Shakespeare knew what he was saying when he said “For now, these hot days, is the mad blood stirring.” People tend to be more emotional, and possibly violent than normal in temperature extremes, that may include yourself. I nearly had a breakdown in a Trader Joe’s recently . Be forewarned that everyone might be a little more on-edge during heatwave events. Don’t Judge yourself by the heat tolerance of others! if you’ve ever had a fish tank, and acclimated fish to temperature in their plastic baggies, you know how important acclimation to temperature difference is.
You, in this situation, are a goldfish dumped right into an unsuitably warm aquarium the dark hand of an uncaring universe, of course you are going to be stunned by the heat.
other people that live in hotter climates might be better acclimated, don’t compare yourself to them.
stay safe out there goldfish-person
