Before you pack up for the pool or beat it to the beach, here are some pointers that could help keep you out of hot water.

Here's why Need a break? Play the USA TODAY Daily Crossword Puzzle. Swimming pool water is generally considered comfortable for most people when it’s between 77 and 82 degrees Fahrenheit.

A refreshing dip in the pool sometimes seems like the best way to beat Arizona's seemingly unending triple-digit summer heat. With temperatures routinely climbing above 110 degrees, you may need ...