7 Tips for Staying Cool in Pittsburgh This Summer
We’ve had our first string of 90-degree days recently, and it’s supposed to be consistently hotter than usual all summer long. But that doesn’t mean you need to spend the whole season sweating! City Cast’s Megan Harris and Sophia Lo are sharing some of their favorite ways to beat the heat, cool down their homes, and get a taste of summer away from the sun.
Do you have summer plans? Take our two-question Pittsburgh summer bucket list survey!
Want a deeper dive into our suggestions? Catch up on these City Cast episodes:
- Ranking Pittsburgh’s City Pools
- How To Enjoy Pittsburgh’s Rivers This Summer
- Win Prizes! Summer Reading for Grownups in Pittsburgh
- 6 Things You Didn’t Know Your Library Card Could Do
- The Best Mexican Food in Pittsburgh
Plus, check out this map of the city’s spray parks and learn how to get free air conditioners from the state. If you haven’t heard from a weatherization agency about how to get free air conditioning, you can find your local agency and reach out.
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