Slovakia once again found itself under the domination of tropical temperatures, which in their intensity are approaching those of July.Forecasts by meteorologists indicate that the heat will accompany us for at least another week.While this is good news for vacationers by the water, residents of urban apartments in hot blocks of flats perceive it more as a challenge..
How to relieve the heat.
High temperatures at night make it difficult to breathe and can have an adverse effect on health, especially if heat accumulates in the apartment.Although air conditioning is a common solution, there are also simpler ways to cool your home.The administrator of several apartment buildings in Prague, Miloš Dostál, recommends: «Just fill a bucket with ice and place it in the room.This method cools the space naturally and can even be more effective than an air conditioner that blows cold air directly on the person.» He adds that if a person soaks his feet in cold water, he will immediately feel relief.
Tips for households.
Home cooling tricks often focus on using water.Dostál emphasizes that cold water should always be at hand, whether for rinsing hands or face.However, he advises avoiding cold showers: » Although it seems logical, a cold shower can cause a temperature shock that is not beneficial to the body.» However, if someone decides to take a cold shower, they should let the water work freely on the skin without friction.
Improve conditions at home.
Another common mistake that Miloš mentions is improper ventilation: «Many people ventilated during the heat of the day, paradoxically letting even more heat into the apartment.Windows should only be open at night and early in the morning when the air is cooler.» Blinds, which can absorb heat before it penetrates the room, are also a suitable investment.For those who do not have blinds, Miloš recommends hanging wet sheets or towels around the windows, which will help reduce the temperature in the room.
Finally, Miloš draws attention to fans: «Fans do circulate the air, but at the same time they can only spread the heat around the room and even cause an unpleasant cold, even if it is hot outside.“.
With these simple tips, each of us can make our apartment more bearable even during the hottest days.
