Why Longer Heat Waves Are So Dangerous

Researchers have found that longer-lasting heat waves can be deadlier and can pose unique health risks. [Source]

Publication Date: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 at 15:20:39

Origin: nytimes.com

Category: Heat and Heat Waves

Topics: risks, health, unique, deadlier, waves, longer-lasting, found, Researchers, Dangerous, Waves, Longer

Source: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/18/climate/long-heat-waves-health-risk.html

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