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Should you keep windows open or closed in heatwave as expert issues advice

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As the heatwave descends across the UK, tips on how to keep your houses cool in this scorching weather are essential.The simple question of whether to keep the windows open or closed during a hot spell might give you pause.

Getting a breeze inside is tempting - but could that actually make things worse?Temperatures in parts of Scotland could reach 30C on Monday and Tuesday, making for some uncomfortable conditions indoors and out.

With the Met Office extending the amber heat warning to southern Scotland, their chief executive Penny Endersby urged people to take care and listen to the agency's advice, Manchester Evening News reported. "Please treat the warnings we are putting out as seriously as you would a red or amber warning from us for wind or snow and follow the advice," she urged.Brits are being advised to stay hydrated, check up on vulnerable people, stay out of the sun during peak hours and do everything they can to keep their homes cool during the heatwave.While some may be turning to fans, air conditioners and paddling pools to cool off, others are opting for cheaper options during the cost of living crisis.Simple changes to your home, such as using foil on the windows or opting for lightweight cotton bedding, could make a big difference.

But when it comes to windows, should they be open or closed during the hot spell?It may seem wise to open up the windows in your house to let a breeze through your home.

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