Even reasonably cool water will do the trick, she notes; it doesn’t need to be ice-cold. Douse your clothes with water. It’s not always practical, but if you’re sweltering, figure out a way ...

How to cool a hot tub. Converting your hot tub into a refreshing plunge pool involves the following, according to Miley: Turn down the heat, either setting your thermostat to 85 degrees or below ...

You can also run cool water over the pulse points or take a cool shower. If taking a cold shower, start with your feet and work your way up to your head.

To cool down fast when it's hot outside, focus on your core, hands, and feet. ... The most effective way to do this is to apply cooling methods, like a cold towel or ice water, ...

Parisians can use an app called EXTREMA to guide them to more than 800 cool spots — parks, water fountains and air-conditioned museums, for example — and get there via a naturally cooled walkway.

NEW YORK (PIX11) — As extreme heat bakes New York City, what can be more iconic than opening up a fire hydrant on a hot day? You can legally open a fire hydrant, instantly gushing cool water … ...