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City officials have declared a heat health emergency in Philadelphia that began Sunday and will continue until Wednesday.

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Heat doesn’t just mean canceled events. It also poses a health risk, especially for children, older people and those with certain health conditions. So here are some tips to stay safe.

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How to stay cool in a heat wave — even without air conditioning. By CALEIGH WELLS and MELINA WALLING, Associated Press Updated June 27, 2025 9:37 a.m.

Evaporative or “swamp” coolers can help in dry heat, but they increase humidity and can make it more difficult to cool down. In humid places, just use a fan.

How to cool down . Overnight lows can be a particularly dangerous part of a heat wave, said Ashley Ward, director of the Heat Policy Innovation Hub at Duke University.

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