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LPT: in the northern hemisphere start thinking about checking your heat

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LPT: in the northern hemisphere start thinking about checking your heat As we get closer to the winter months it becomes more important to check and ensure your heat is going to work. Most people wait for the first cold snap to find out their furnace is not working. Not only is this a major inconvenience you’ll also likely have a hard time getting repairs as the repair man will now be very busy Testing your heat no…

Life Pro Tips 246 2023-10-07

When to Turn on Your Heat in the Fall

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When to Turn on Your Heat in the Fall When fall creeps toward winter, we know we’ll have to turn on the heat. But when is the right time? If you’re arguing with your partner or roommate about the thermostat, we’re happy to be able to end that argument for you. (They’ll probably never admit they’re wrong, though.) Read more…

Lifehacker 174 2023-09-24

Gauff overcomes heat, reaches US Open semis

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Gauff overcomes heat, reaches US Open semis Coco Gauff reached the U.S. Open semifinals for the first time after eliminating 2017 French Open champion Jelena Ostapenko 6-0, 6-2.

ESPN 193 2023-09-16

You Should Consider a Heat Pump Dryer

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You Should Consider a Heat Pump Dryer Heat pump dryers are coming to the U.S. and they’re going to change the way we use dryers. Upsides: No more venting! You can put ‘em anywhere, and they’re much better for the environment; they’ve been in Europe for years. Downsides: smaller capacity (for now) and longer dry times. Read more…

Lifehacker 226 2023-09-01

See how heat-related illness spiked in the US this summer

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See how heat-related illness spiked in the US this summer A sign gives direction to a cooling center in Portland, Oregon, during another heatwave on August 14th, 2021. | Photo by MICHAEL HANSON / AFP via Getty ImagesRecord heat is leading to more emergency room visits in the US, according to national tracking tools. July was the hottest month on record for the planet, with North American heatwaves that…

The Verge 232 2023-08-17

Nationwide Heat Wave Is Making Gas Prices Go Up

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Nationwide Heat Wave Is Making Gas Prices Go Up Hello, friends. It’s been a while now, but it’s about as good a time as any to check in with our old friend Gas Price Watch. I’m sure you’ve probably noticed, but it’s been worryingly hot just about everywhere in the country. It’s caused all sorts of issues in the automotive world (and every world, to be fair). EVs… Read more…

Jalopnik 237 2023-08-03

Turns Out, Paving Over Everything Only Makes Heat Waves Worse

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Turns Out, Paving Over Everything Only Makes Heat Waves Worse If you live anywhere in the U.S., July was probably a very hot month for you. Here in Georgia, most days saw highs in the 90s with an obnoxious amount of humidity pushing the heat index past 100, making it miserable to do anything outside. And yet, Phoenix, Arizona’s July made those temperatures look moderate and… Read more…

Jalopnik 211 2023-08-02

Historic Texas Heat Is Breaking Cars In Weird Ways

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Historic Texas Heat Is Breaking Cars In Weird Ways Texas has again been hit by historic heat waves this summer. Austin is currently undergoing its second-longest stretch of 100-degree days ever recorded, while major cities such as El Paso and Forth Worth are also suffering through extended bouts of triple-digit heat. Mechanics in Texas are now finding unusual ways… Read more…

Jalopnik 210 2023-08-01