Urban Heat Islands Stay Hot Even Into September
• Urban heat islands (UHI) cause cities to remain warmer than rural areas, even into September.
• The UHI effect increases energy consumption and poses health risks due to prolonged heat exposure.
• Mitigation strategies include increasing green spaces, using cool pavements, and promoting energy efficiency.
Urban heat lingers into September
As summer winds down, many anticipate cooler temperatures, but for urban areas, the heat lingers well into September. The urban heat island (UHI) effect, a phenomenon where cities experience significantly warmer temperatures than surrounding rural areas, continues to impact urban dwellers even as autumn approaches.
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