From NBC's Today show on Tuesday June 10, 2008
TODAY's Ann Curry talks to consumer reporter Asa Aarons about energy-saving ways to stay cool in the sweltering summer months.
Watch the segment from TODAY In the first big heat wave of the summer, cities across America have seen temperatures rise to the triple digits. And with hot weather comes serious medical risks. Do you know all you need to know about heat exhaustion? Learn to beat the heat with these tips to find out how to keep your family cool -- and healthy -- through the rising temps.
You might feel like you're melting, but that doesn't mean you have to spend a fortune to cool down fast. Simply programming your thermostat correctly can save you big bucks! Because it costs more to cool air one degree than it does to heat it one degree, finding small ways to cut energy will save you a lot of money this summer. Installing weather stripping, replacing cracked or broken glass in your windows and cleaning air-conditioning filters regularly are simple ways to save.
Hot weather and high humidity can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and heat stroke. It is important to follow certain steps to prevent harm to your health in hot weather. You can share your tips and tricks for beating the heat with other iVillagers on the Eco-Friendly Living message board .
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