Rising temperatures in the rest of the Bay Area will be tempered in San Francisco by its proximity to the coast.
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The urban and suburban heat island effect is very real. In #ArdmorePA we are seriously lacking in tree canopy coverage. The Census Block Groups surrounding the business district and adjacent residential neighborhoods have have #treecanopy coverage of only 18%, where the recommended canopy cover is 40%. Data provided by #TreeEquityScore. This tool is an incredible data source for advocating for more trees. Here’s the map for the Ardmore area I referenced. Take some time to find and share yours. https://lnkd.in/eXr4Vnj5
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While it's great to see local governments like City of Melbourne taking extreme heat seriously as a risk to health and life, do we really want to live in a world where we need 'cool refuges' to keep people safe in the Aussie summer? Strong action this decade to cut emissions will reduce the frequency and severity of heatwaves in the years ahead, so we can all be safer in our homes and communities.
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🌡 🔥 ☀ With November already upon us - and the summer nearly here - it's time to get prepared for the heat...There's some troubling statistics in this article by Josh Nicholas earlier this week on the impact of high temperatures on vulnerable individuals and communities, 💡 also good insights into some of the practical initiatives and approaches being trialed around the country to build #ClimateResilience in the face of more frequent and extreme heatwaves. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g9SS6Psp #climateaction #climateresilient #socialimpact #heatwaves #climatehealth
‘Silent killer’: more than half of heatwave deaths are in disadvantaged areas – now Australian councils are fighting back
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It’s tempting to see heat as something that, at worst, causes high levels of discomfort. The reality is though that it is often deadly. Heat can significantly affect the heart and kidneys, as well as cognitive function. With climate change already upon us, higher temperatures are leading to more deaths. And figures show those deaths are more often than not happening in areas of disadvantage - many people on low incomes don’t have air conditioning or if they do, increasingly can’t afford to run it. Councils are on the frontline of efforts to address the impact of rising temperatures. This article in Guardian Australia looks at recent, welcome moves by the City of Melbourne to appoint two Chief Heat Officers - Krista Milne and Tiffany Crawford - who are looking at ways to provide affected individuals with respite from the heat through initiatives such as cool rooms in libraries and other community facilities. It also highlights an innovative pilot program being undertaken by the City of Greater Geelong to fund ‘climate safe rooms’ inside the homes of lower-income families through the clever use of insulation and targeted, solar-powered air conditioning (to reduce costs). It’s heartening to see our councils taking a leadership role in this area. There’s no doubt it will both save lives and improve quality of life for those who may have otherwise been forced to swelter in silence. #heat #climatechange #localgovernment #climatemitigation https://lnkd.in/gTSJU8ns
‘Silent killer’: more than half of heatwave deaths are in disadvantaged areas – now Australian councils are fighting back
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It’s the first day of summer, but cities across the US are already feeling the heat. This week has seen record temperatures across the country – with some cities’ air temperatures exceeding 90°F. #ClimateMayors are at the forefront of taking action to combat extreme heat, mitigate health risks, and protect residents. We are highlighting how mayors and cities are not only addressing the root causes of extreme heat, but also adapting to it in real time. 🌳 Mayor Kate Gallego and the city of #Phoenix are working to lower temperatures by boosting tree cover and using reflective pavement to reduce urban heat. Phoenix is also investing in public transit and adjusting zoning to mitigate the root causes of climate change. 🗺️ Mayor Regina Romero and the city of #Tuscon have adopted heat protections for city workers and implemented a “Heat Action Roadmap” that seeks to inform and protect residents while working to cool down neighborhoods & community centers. 🌡️ Mayor Danielle Levine Cava of Miami-Dade County is raising public awareness of extreme heat impacts to better protect residents by issuing a public information campaign and providing training programs to protect workers throughout the county. https://lnkd.in/eYqZ8_Z4
Record-breaking US heat wave scorches the Midwest and Northeast, bringing safety measures
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The City of Phoenix saw 133 days of triple-digit high temperatures last year. That’s about three weeks more than average. While the desert city is no stranger to heat, extreme temperatures can pose a tremendous health risk. In an effort to mitigate extreme summer temperatures, Phoenix is implementing an unbe-leaf-ably powerful strategy: That’s right - They’re planting trees. #cities #urbanplanning #urbanforest #phoenix #equity https://lnkd.in/eXrXBxP4
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☀️🌡️ More than 60% of deaths during heatwaves in Australia between 2001 & 2018 were in the most socio-economically disadvantaged areas. With a hot & dry summer on the way, advocates are raising awareness of the dangers of high temperatures. Some councils are implementing new services to protect the most vulnerable – from “cool rooms” in libraries to “climate safe rooms” (including insulation & air conditioning) for low-income households. “Extreme heat is a silent killer,” says Krista Milne from City of Melbourne. “That’s not really understood by the community because of the lack of visual cues.” #ExtremeHeat | #Heatwaves | #ClimateResilience | #ClimateJustice
‘Silent killer’: more than half of heatwave deaths are in disadvantaged areas – now Australian councils are fighting back
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Tuesday marked the 19th day the city of #Phoenix has been subjected to temperatures of at least 110F (43.3C) – the longest stretch of time spent in such brutal heat – as record-breaking summer weather continues to affect millions in the #US and around the #world. The US city, which is the fifth biggest in the country, with a population of about 1.6 million that is only expected to grow in the coming years, often ranks as the hottest or one of the hottest. But pushing into new territory comes with amplified risks to #humanhealth, especially for those forced to endure the extreme conditions for longer periods of time. The previous record of 18 days at that temperature threshold, was set in the city in 1974. Phoenix, where dangerous heat can stretch from April to September, will not get a reprieve soon. “The well-documented record #heatwave will continue across the region through this week and likely beyond as an Excessive Heat Warning remains in effect through Friday evening,” the National Weather Service (#NWS) warned in a forecast issued on Tuesday afternoon. The agency has cast each of the coming days this week in the “extreme” category, the highest level that signifies everyone exposed is at risk. The city’s residents are accustomed to hot weather but as temperature highs and lows continue to break records, risks are rising. Along with longer stretches of scorching days, nights are growing hotter, offering limited relief. Heat-related fatalities have risen sharply over the last two years, culminating with 425 deaths in 2022, and city officials are racing to ensure this devastating trend does not continue. There have been 12 heat-related deaths in the Phoenix area so far in 2023, with 55 other deaths currently under investigation, according to the #Maricopa county health department. Heat, a silent killer, is the most deadly disaster in this region, but its impacts highlight a deep divide. Fifty-six per cent of those who succumbed to the heat last year in Maricopa county were unhoused. Of the people who died indoors, all of them were living in homes and buildings that were not cooled. The county’s statistics also show the disparities run along racial lines. Only 6.8% of Maricopa’s population is Black, but 11% of heat-related fatalities were Black people. The city, seen as a leader in addressing the rising toll of #extremeheat, was the first in the country to fund a dedicated heat department in 2021. More than 200 hydration stations distributing bottles of water and cooling centers where potentially thousands of people can rest in air-conditioned spaces have been open in public spaces such as libraries, churches and businesses around the Phoenix area. But advocates for the most vulnerable have questioned whether more can be done to expand access to cooling centers particularly during the excessively hot nights when the temperatures do not go down with the sun.
Phoenix breaks heat record with 19th day of temperatures at 110F or higher
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Check out this insightful new piece from my colleague, Brian Stanley!
Brian Stanley has a new article out today! He discusses the impact of heat on health, and the reality that some areas of cities are much hotter than others. Urban Heat Islands and high-heat neighborhoods need to be addressed for the sake of city residents. Read more at the link below. "High-heat neighborhoods can be 5 to 20 degrees hotter than surrounding neighborhoods. This poses very real threats to our health, both at the individual and community level." https://lnkd.in/eftRm-uF
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Many cities around the world are experiencing record-breaking high temperatures🔥🏙 Children in low-income neighbourhoods suffer more during heatwaves because they lack access to cooling amenities, such as green-shaded areas, cool drinking water, electricity and fans. Read our latest blog to learn more about the impact of extreme heat on children and how cities can manage heat better: https://lnkd.in/es9AfhpG #heat #heatwave #childhealth #climatechange
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