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August 3, 2026Journal of Urban AffairsOpen Access

Extreme heat: A slow onset disaster

Jagruti Rekhi Elizabeth Rudd

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The aim is to discuss the impact of extreme heat events on communities, focusing on personal narratives and insights from real experiences.
Organized a symposium based on personal experiences of extreme heat events
Included perspectives from experts affected by heat in Seattle during June 2021
Analyzed local responses and resilience strategies to extreme temperature events.
Revealed significant health impacts related to extreme heat exposure
Identified gaps in community preparedness and disaster response for heat events
Highlighted the need for improved public health strategies amidst climate change.

Implication

Symposium explores personal experiences of extreme heat in the Pacific Northwest, highlighting health impacts and responses.

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Rekhi et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a743730764cddc9499d45d7 https://doi.org/10.1080/07352166.2026.2682074

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