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Don’t Count on Fans in Very Hot Weather

I’ve heard that fans are not necessarily effective for staying cool when temperatures soar. Why is that, and what are other ways to chill out?

While the breeze from a fan might feel good against your skin in sweltering conditions, this won’t necessarily cool you down. That’s because ...

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