Fan for baby chicks?

[NamawH]

We have 15 2 1/2-week-old chicks. Temps have suddenly jumped into the 90's with high humidity. I'm concerned about the chicks getting overheated. Can they tolerate a fan blowing gently over the brooder?

 

[Wyorp Rock]

Where are you keeping them and how hot is it in the brooder?

You aren't providing supplemental heat right now are you?

Photos are always helpful.

 

[NamawH]

Where are you keeping them and how hot is it in the brooder?

You aren't providing supplemental heat right now are you?

Photos are always helpful.

The brooders are in the hot garage. We have turned the heat lamps off and opened garage doors and windows for ventilation. Temp in garage is only 87 right now and brooders are at about 87-90. That probably isnt too hot for their age. I may have overreacted because it feels SO HOT to me. We've never had temperatures like this while brooding chicks, so I'm just concerned about them.

 

[Wyorp Rock]

At those temps, I'd turn on a fan or two to circulate air, that's pretty warm.

 

[NamawH]

Thanks for your input. I usually seek advice for new situations with our chickens.