Fans in Heat? Science Says Watch Out | Jackson News

When it’s scorching outside, blasting the fan might backfire—especially above 90°F, especially in humidity. Fans work by evaporating sweat, but in hot, moist air, that process can make you feel hotter. Older adults and those on certain meds are especially vulnerable. In humid places like Mississippi, fans can still help up to 100°F if you wet your skin—but in dry heat, wetting your skin beats fans. Watch for signs of heat exhaustion: thirst, dizziness, cramps, nausea, confusion, or hot, dry skin. Get to a cool spot, hydrate, and call for help if symptoms worsen. If AC is out of reach, hit the library or mall. Set your AC to 81°F and use a fan to save energy and stay cool. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/16ce1fae82ccdeb6