28/08/2026
Summer tips:El Nino SA
1.Buy an osilatiing fan:
Nothing beats a fan for instant relief.
2.Buy and install room ceilingfan:
For bedrooms old school convecting air ceiling fan is still the best.
3.Tint your windows:
Have your windows professionally tinted,it yields immediate results and works by cooling your house during day.(block harmful UV)
4.Ice machine for home:
Buy a small ice machine and chill every glass of water or cooldrink….and when drinking beer or spirits drink a glass of water in between to keep hydrated,especially infront of Braai.
5.65L cooler box:
Keep water,drinks,milk etc in cooler boxes and work from there during day.
(Saves on open fridge every 5 minutes)
6.Maintain your pool even the plastic one:
Regular looking after the pool means more swimming days…..so cool down anytime without worrying if it’s safe.
7.Lighter meals:Don’t over eat and dress lightly taking cooling showers between 19:00 - 20:00 in evenings and 6 and 8 mornings or after gym sessions.
8.Insect nets/screens:Allows you to sleep with open doors and windows during warm summer nights.
9.Keep pets hydrated:Wash them,give fresh regular water and make shade for them.
10:H20 yourself during day:At least drink 2 glasses of water….it should be more ….but ok.Wash your face at least twice a day and glucose rich sweets(fizzers,fruty ,gummy or sour worms)and fresh fruit can also help with hydration.
Occasionally soda or Switch/Super C….but stay way from Score and those other guys.
Yes…those heat waves are coming!!!
