The latest report showed intense heat can become deadlier than other natural weather events, including hurricanes and tornadoes. Extreme heat can result in heat-related health concerns and increased fire risk. Read here.
July 1 recorded the most hospitalizations for heat-related illnesses in one day. Temperatures have continued to remain high throughout the United States, with certain regions (like the Southwest and Southeast) at higher risk of heat-related illness than others.
Europe braced for record-smashing heat Tuesday with Greece battling wildfires that have forced people to flee their homes. The UN's World Meteorological Organization warned of increased risks for health as heatwaves across the globe showed no signs of easing. From California to China, authorities have warned of the health dangers of the extreme heat, urging people to drink water and shelter from the burning sun.In a stark reminder of the effects of global warming, the UN's World Meteorological A