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Planning to be outside on a hot and humid day? Take these precautions

If you're feeling hot and need a quick way to cool down, submerge yourself in a body of water. If that's not feasible, dunk your feet and arms in cold water. It can "lower your core body temperature," says Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University.
If you're feeling hot and need a quick way to cool down, submerge yourself in a body of water. If that's not feasible, dunk your feet and arms in cold water. It can "lower your core body temperature," says Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University.

This article was originally published on June 19, 2025.

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