Extreme Heat in the City: City-Wide Alerts, Localized 2 Variations and Emotion Dynamics

Key Points

• Localized variations in extreme heat are associated with differing emotional responses across communities,
• Emotional dynamics during heat events indicate a correlation with city-wide alerts issued to the public.
• The study utilized data from multiple urban locations to assess the impact of extreme heat on emotional well-being.
• Findings may enable improved response strategies to mitigate the public health risks linked to extreme heat.