不花钱防暑5方

大范围的热浪，预计将全球许多地区即将迎来历史最高温。炎热的天气会带来呼吸系统疾病和脱水等风险，红十字会建议人们尽量待在家中，最好是在有空调的区域。

但问题在于，如果不想电费飞涨，便很难在酷暑中享受清凉。幸运的是，现在有许多创意十足的方法，既能降低温度，又不会增加电费支出：

1. 关上灯

电灯产生的热量可能超乎你的想象。而且夏季月份的日照时间最长，因此对电灯的需要也最少。关上灯不仅可以节约用电，还能稍微让家里凉爽起来。

2. 拉窗帘

日光直接照进房间，可能让室内温度上升10到20度。使用窗帘，或安装玻璃隔热膜或反光膜，既廉价，又可以把阳光挡在室外。

3. 把湿布条挂在风扇或窗户前面

当微风透过窗户吹进室内，或在风扇旋转时，清凉的布条可以进一步降低室内温度。用浅碗或托盘装满冰水，也能产生同样的效果。

4. 洗冷水澡

洗冷水澡或许会让人感觉不太舒服，但这种做法不仅可以减少热水支出，而且绝对是一种简单的降温方法。洗完澡之后，穿上浅色的衣服，并且要一整天都保持体内水分充足。

5. 避免用炉子或烤箱

烤箱会让已经闷热异常的家里温度进一步升高，让风扇或空调的工作白费。在这样的天气下，尽量使用微波炉或户外烤架。吃凉的食物或饮品，也有助于降低体内温度。 （财富中文网）

译者：刘进龙/汪皓

An extended heat wave is expected to bring temperatures across the country into the 90s and pushing over 100 degrees. For many areas, the temperatures are the hottest that have been seen this year to date. The heat brings with it the risk of respiratory problems and dehydration, and the Red Cross is advising people to stay inside, preferably in air conditioned areas, whenever possible.

The problem, though, is that it can be tough to cool off without sending your energy bill through the roof. Luckily, there are a few creative ways you bring the temperature down without bringing your utilities costs up:

1. Turn off the lights.

Lights tend to produce a lot more heat than you might imagine. You also need them even less in the summer months, when daylight hours are at their longest. By turning them off, you’ll save on electricity, and also cool your home down a bit.

2. Draw the curtains.

Room temperatures can increase by 10 to 20 degrees due to direct sunlight entering the room. Using curtains, or installing window tinting or reflective film, is a cheap way to keep the sun’s rays out of your house.

3. Hang strips of damp cloth in front of the fan or window.

When a breeze hits the window, or as the fan circulates, the cool strips will help further cool down the house. You can also try using a shallow bowl or tray of ice water to have the same effect.

4. Take cold showers.

Not only will your hot water bill thank you, but a cold shower, while perhaps uncomfortable, is definitely an easy way to cool down. Once you’re out of the shower, wear light-colored clothing and make sure you stay hydrated throughout the day.

5. Avoid using the stove or oven.

Using your oven can heat up your already-sweltering home, undoing the work of your fan or air conditioning unit. Instead, try to use the microwave or outdoor grill. Eating cold foods or drinks can also help keep your internal body temperature low.