Is extreme heat an extreme disaster?

Phoenix grapples with over a hundred days of scorching temperatures, prompting a surge in heat-related health cases. From emergency physician insights to personal stories of responders, the impact on vulnerable populations is stark. The podcast explores why extreme heat isn't classified as a disaster, despite its deadly toll, and discusses urban strategies to aid the growing homeless community. It emphasizes the need for enhanced support, improved electrical resilience, and coordinated efforts to confront this silent crisis linked to climate change.