COMIC: Temps are predicted to hit 106 in Egypt this week. How do people stay cool?

In Egypt this week, temperatures are forecast to reach 106 degrees Fahrenheit. Residents use air conditioning where available, along with traditional methods including spending time in shaded areas during peak heat hours, wearing light-colored clothing, and consuming cold beverages and frozen treats. Public spaces such as mosques, shopping centers, and cafes provide air-conditioned refuges during the hottest parts of the day. Water fountains and public cooling stations operate in major cities during summer months.

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