The unseasonably high temperatures coupled with high humidity can result in uncomfortable conditions. Cleveland Public Power encourages residents to use energy wisely, while keeping their homes comfortable.
These tips will help you efficiently cool your home:
- Keep draperies and blinds drawn during the height of the day, minimizing the amount of heat coming into the home from the sun
- Use ceiling and other fans. Moving air feels cooler, and fans circulate cooled air throughout the house
- If you’re using central air conditioning set the thermostat a few degrees higher and use the fan setting rather than auto
- Cooking in the microwave and grilling out (after the sun goes down) means less heat in your kitchen
- Spend some time in air conditioned places like the library, mall, and movie theater and the cooling centers.Residents are also encouraged to keep themselves hydrated with plenty of fluids, such as water and/or sports drinks and to keep an eye on senior citizens, children and people with health problems who may be more susceptible to heat stroke or exhaustion.
