Sweltering UK Families Told 'Don't Use Fan' over This Temperature
UK Health Security Agency says electric fans can increase heat stress once indoor temperatures pass 35C, especially for older people and those with health conditions.
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Sweltering UK families told 'don't use fan' over this temperature
Amber heat health alerts have been issued by the UK Health Security Agency as impact on health expected
During the extreme heat of summer, our first instinct to cool down is to turn on a fan. However, experts warn that using a fan when the air temperature exceeds a certain threshold can make the body feel like it's being roasted in an oven.
Using electric fans in the hot summer can promote indoor air circulation and help people stay cool. However, the British government says that electric fans can only be used at specific indoor temperatures. Once the temperature exceeds these limits, using electric fans can make people more prone to dehydration and even cause danger.
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