I went camping in a heat dome, and these five gadgets saved my vacation

The article discusses the author's experience of going camping in a heat dome in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, and the five gadgets that helped them survive the sweltering temperatures. The author, who lives in South Carolina, decided to go on a family camping trip to Cades Cove in mid-July, expecting cooler temperatures in the mountains. However, due to the summer's heat dome, they were faced with feels-like temperatures upwards of 100 degrees, without access to air conditioning. To cope with the extreme heat, the author relied on five key gadgets: an EcoFlow portable power station, a Vornado personal fan, a Frigidaire portable air conditioner, a Midea portable air conditioner, and a COSORI electric kettle. These gadgets helped the author and their family keep cool, stay hydrated, and maintain their campsite's electricity during the heatwave. The article emphasizes the importance of being prepared for unexpected weather conditions when planning outdoor activities, and highlights the role that modern technology can play in making such experiences more comfortable and enjoyable.