All articles tagged with #heat deaths
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Yahoo
The article discusses the increasing danger of heat-related deaths in the Southwestern U.S., highlighting successful mitigation efforts in Maricopa County, Arizona, and the slower response in Clark County, Nevada, emphasizing the importance of preparedness, vulnerable populations, and funding challenges amid climate change.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
An early analysis attributes approximately two-thirds of heat-related deaths in Europe this summer to human-made global warming, emphasizing the urgent need to phase out fossil fuels and implement protective policies as heatwaves become more deadly.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Minnesota Reformer
This week's Minnesota news highlights include the state's prolonged championship drought in men's professional sports, UnitedHealth's position as the largest company, a study identifying older Republican women in southern states as top misinformation spreaders, record-breaking heat-related deaths, and NASA's new TEMPO satellite providing real-time air quality data.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Wall Street Journal
The state of Arizona is experiencing a surge in heat-related deaths, prompting calls for disaster assistance. With record-breaking temperatures, the state is grappling with the deadly consequences of extreme heat, particularly among vulnerable populations. Advocates are urging the federal government to declare a state of emergency and provide additional resources to combat the escalating heat crisis, highlighting the urgent need for action on climate change.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by USA TODAY
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed a new law that eliminates local regulations requiring water breaks for construction workers, sparking concerns about worker safety in a state that leads the nation in worker-heat deaths. The law, known as HB 2127, strips cities and towns of the power to pass or enforce ordinances in various areas of Texas law, including worker protections. Supporters argue that the law provides regulatory consistency, while critics view it as an attack on progressive measures in liberal cities. Worker advocates are calling for national heat safety standards, as OSHA guidelines alone may not be sufficient to protect workers.