There is a lot of information being generated related to HEAT and its effects -- hence this separate page -- links with other pages will be added soon.
Heatwaves were the deadliest type of extreme weather events, accounting for 278,395 global fatalities. Heat can exacerbate existing health conditions, while heat stroke can be life-threatening.
Heat illness is a collection of medical conditions like heat cramps, heat exhaustion, heat rash and heat stroke—the last of which can be deadly.