As extreme heat events become more frequent in the United States, data shows that the poorest Americans will be most at risk. Use this interactive map to explore the country and see how vulnerable the population near you is to extreme heat spikes:
since 1979, and it’s estimated that more than 600 people in the country are killed by extreme heat every year, despite heat-related deaths and illnesses being preventable, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Overall, those who are most at risk for heat-related illness and death are children, older adults and individuals with pre-existing health conditions. But where a person lives can also make a big difference. She added that many people who live in rural areas do not have access to air conditioning, particularly in their homes. Across the Southeast, in particular, the prevalence of mobile homes and manufactured housing increases the risks for many residents.
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