Summer Outlook: What to Make of Extreme Weather Predictions
Columbia Energy Exchange
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Impacts of Severe Weather Events and the Urgency for Adaptation Measures
The chapter delves into the effects of severe weather events on cities and vulnerable populations, particularly focusing on storms in Houston. It discusses the inadequacies in current adaptation efforts despite initiatives in various locations like New York City, California, and Europe, stressing the need for increased investments in adaptation to protect against extreme weather. The conversation underscores the necessity of safeguarding workers from high temperatures and emphasizes the importance of raising awareness and taking action to address the dangers of extreme heat.
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