Why extreme heat is the world's deadliest weather phenomenon
In short: While floods and hurricanes capture the headlines, extreme heat remains the most lethal form of severe weather. Eleni Myrivili explains why we overlook this silent threat and proposes a strategy for urban survival.
Urban climate resilience expert Eleni Myrivili argues that because heat waves lack the visual drama of hurricanes or flooding, they are frequently ignored. However, as global temperatures rise rapidly, relying solely on increased air conditioning use is an insufficient solution for maintaining city resilience.
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