Q&A: How to Beat the Heat?

By Ross LaHive
Ross LaHive
Ross LaHive
August 13, 2009Updated: October 24, 2015

NEW YORK—For the first time this summer, we’re getting a taste of the classic, hot and sticky New York summer. Earlier this week temperatures rose into the 90's and just walking down the street can take a major toll on your average urbanite. So what tips do you have to stay cool?

Patricia Graf, 23, Manhattan, Banker: To cool down I prefer to go for a swim at the beach when I'm not working. (Cliff Jia/The Epoch Times)
Patricia Graf, 23, Manhattan, Banker: To cool down I prefer to go for a swim at the beach when I'm not working. (Cliff Jia/The Epoch Times)
June Kim, 25, New Jersey, Student:
June Kim, 25, New Jersey, Student:

 

Lori Hamilton, 37, Manhattan, Filmmaker: Try not to wear as many clothes. (Cliff Jia/The Epoch Times)
Lori Hamilton, 37, Manhattan, Filmmaker: Try not to wear as many clothes. (Cliff Jia/The Epoch Times)
Ela Szczepaniak, 38, Manhattan,Accountant:Just drink lots of water.
Ela Szczepaniak, 38, Manhattan,Accountant:Just drink lots of water.

 

 

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