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Phillie Phanatic's Cool Trick Amid Summer Heatwave

8/17/2025

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Philadelphia's Phillie Phanatic mascot uses a mix of vodka and water to stay cool in summer heat.
Mascot performers need frequent breaks and hydration due to high temperatures.
Costume manufacturers, such as BAM Mascots, design costumes with vents and cooling vests.
Increasing global temperatures may exacerbate heat challenges for mascots, with forecasts of record heat ahead.

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Story summary

Philadelphia's Phillie Phanatic mascot uses a mix of vodka and water to stay cool in summer heat.
Mascot performers need frequent breaks and hydration due to high temperatures.
Costume manufacturers, such as BAM Mascots, design costumes with vents and cooling vests.
Increasing global temperatures may exacerbate heat challenges for mascots, with forecasts of record heat ahead.