'Heat Risk' initiative to find areas most at risk for extreme heat Some parts of the region can feel a lot hotter than others, so a team of researchers is mapping out which areas are most at risk for extreme heat. and last updated 2021-07-15 20:42:40-04 RICHMOND, Va. -- Richmond is known for its hot restaurants, hot real estate market, and -- well -- for just being hot. Staff and students with the University of Richmond and other community volunteers are taking part in a statewide initiative to measure temperature differences in 10 Virginia cities, including Richmond, to find the areas where people are most at risk during times of extreme heat.