Trees as heat shields improve home cooling and air quality
A gardening expert cites Johnny Appleseed as a pioneer of energy efficiency and argues trees cut heat islands in cities. Planting trees provides shade for roofs and walls, lowers temperatures around homes, and through evapotranspiration cools the surroundings as trees grow and are watered deeply.
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Summer first aid kit essentials for family safety
Doctors urge a summer ready kit with sunscreen SPF16 or higher and water resistant types. Include sunburn relief like aloe and pain relievers, bug bite treatments, and sting care with baking soda paste. Carry tweezers for ticks, jellyfish sting remedies, ear and eye drops, and ample water plus bandages and antibacterial ointment.
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