In the hot seat: Saving lives from extreme heat in Washington State
This publication describes the problem of extreme heat and outlines specific, actionable guidance for short-term emergency response and long-term risk reduction. From creating culturally-specific cooling centers, to increasing tree canopy and shade in certain urban areas, to improving protections for workers, the report highlights roles state and local governments, elected officials, community- and faith-based organizations and others can play in reducing the health impacts of heat exposure and saving lives from extreme heat.
It addresses the following questions:
- What are the impacts of extreme heat?
- Are certain individuals and communities at greater risk?
- How is risk changing in the future?
- Who is involved in preventing heat-related illnesses and death?
- What actions can we take to prevent illness and death during extreme heat events?
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