A heat wave can wreck your pool just when you need it most

A heat wave can wreck your pool just when you need it most

ByMark WillardandRenee Straker•

July 1, 2026

Updated: July 1, 2026, 8:23 am EDTPublished: July 1, 2026, 8:17 am EDT

During a heat wave your pool can seem like the greatest escape, but the intense temperatures can quietly wreck your oasis. Here's how to protect your water and yourself when the temperature soars.

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