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Big Take: How hot is too hot? The latest science on extreme heat

Zero: The Climate Race

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The Deadly Impact of Extreme Heat

This chapter explores the alarming health implications of extreme heat, revealing that it is responsible for nearly half a million deaths annually. Researchers highlight the urgency of addressing rising temperatures, underreporting issues, and the need for revised health guidelines to better protect vulnerable populations from heat-related fatalities.

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