Author(s) J. Vogel J. Hess Z. Kearl et al.

In the hot seat: Saving lives from extreme heat in Washington State

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University of Washington
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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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Document links last validated on: 27 июня 2023

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Hazards Heatwave
Themes Health and health facilities Risk identification and assessment
Country and region United States of America
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Number of pages
22 p.
Publication year
2023

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