The Bizarre Method by Which Human Waste is Causing Coral Fatality
“Even with a severe heat wave in 2015, 20 percent of those reefs that were in cleaner water with the herbivore fish not only went got through the heat, but …
Extreme heat
Your Favorite Foods Are Suffering from the Intense Heat of this Summer
On the map of the US Drought Monitor, a joint project of federal agencies and the University of Nebraska, colored warnings cover the landscape. It’s abnormally dry in Michigan. Minnesota …
The Health of Unborn Babies at Risk as Extreme Heat Intensifies | WIRED
And hot weather may affect a baby’s development in other ways: A 2021 analysis found a higher incidence of anomalies, such as cardiac defects, spina bifida, or cleft lip, at …
Delivering Your Packages in the Sweltering Heat: A Necessity
FedEx spokesperson Adam Snyder says the company reminds contractors to closely monitor working conditions. “We encourage our team members and service providers across FedEx to take precautions in the hot …
National critics argue that the latest heat safety regulations for American workers fall short
The White House this week responded to pressure from lawmakers and advocates and introduced new protections to ensure outdoor workers are protected from extreme heat, but critics say the measures …
Heat Waves Are Not Only Increasing in Temperature, But They Are Also Becoming More Persistent
Accordingly, in Miami the heat index—a measurement that combines temperature and relative humidity—has been above 100 for over 40 days in a row, smashing the previous record of 32 days …
Study finds that a combination of extreme heat and air pollution may heighten the possibility of fatal heart attacks
The combination of extreme heat and air pollution has been found to significantly increase the risk of a fatal heart attack, particularly among older individuals, according to a recent study. …
The Atlantic’s Critical Currents: A Heated Debate Among Scientists
So much on this planet depends on a simple matter of density. In the Atlantic Ocean, a conveyor belt of warm water heads north from the tropics, reaching the Arctic …
National: U.S. Congressman Takes ‘Thirst Strike’ to Advocate for Worker Heat Safety Measures
A U.S. congressman from Texas recently participated in a day-long “thirst strike” to emphasize the need for federal safety standards for workers in extreme heat conditions. Representative Greg Casar, a …
Tips for Staying Safe and Healthy While Traveling in Extreme Heat: Important Information for Foreign Travelers
As scorching heat waves continue to sweep across many countries, Canadian tourists travelling abroad may be at risk of falling ill from the extreme heat, potentially leading to hospitalization. Last …