During heatwaves, to help conserve energy and cut your energy costs, here are some handy tips:

-- Let in cool air in the early morning and evening hours by opening windows. During the heat of the day, keep doors and windows shut, close drapes and blinds, and shut off lights that are not needed.

-- Fans can keep you comfortable during the summer’s heat and they cost just pennies a day to operate.

-- Avoid using heat-producing appliances, such as your dryer and range, during the hottest parts of the day. Wash laundry before 8:00am, or after 8:00pm.

If you use an air conditioner:

-- Maintain its thermostat at the warmest temperature you feel is comfortable; we recommend 78 - 80 degrees.

For more detailed information about how to protect yourself from extreme heat please see:

www.cityofstamford.org/HealthDepartmentPublicHealth/HeatProtection.htm