Life Kit: How to handle the heat wave

NPR | By Marielle Segarra

Published June 30, 2026 at 4:55 PM EDT

Extreme heat will blanket a majority of American states through the July 4 weekend, according to forecasters. Learn how to keep cool, hydrated and safe in soaring temperatures.

Marielle Segarra

Marielle Segarra is a reporter and the host of NPR's Life Kit, the award-winning podcast and radio show that shares trustworthy, nonjudgmental tips that help listeners navigate their lives.

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