Video

Media briefing: Extreme heat update

Summary:

"Dangerous and record-breaking heat continues to afflict multiple regions of the United States. At SciLine’s media briefing, scientists updated reporters on the health impacts of extreme-heat exposure; approaches to protecting public health during a heat wave; the role of climate change in the current heat situation; and forecasts for the future. A panel of experts made brief presentations and then took questions on the record."

Organization:

American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), SciLine

Date:

August 10, 2023