During a heatwave what are you most likely to do?
Emmeline Westin
4 years ago
While most us love the summer, not all of us love days when the temperature reaches 28 degrees or more. If you're in the city, it could be particularly unpleasant, with many people struggling to get a decent night's sleep.
What are your tricks to keeping your home cool? Any secret tips, share them below!
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Dig out a fan
Blast the air conditioning
Fill a hot water bottle with ice/cold water
Cold showers
Keep windows open
Keep windows closed
Complain....
Something else- tell us
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