How to Survive a Heatwave (in the Hood)

How to endure extreme heat in city areas where temperatures can be 5 to 20 degrees higher than in suburban neighborhoods. This book uncovers how discriminatory practices like redlining and gentrification have made Black and Brown communities more vulnerable to heat islands. It also highlights that heatwaves are the leading natural disaster, responsible for more fatalities than all others combined. Additionally, it offers practical strategies and solutions for urban communities to protect themselves and prosper during these conditions.