Mastodawn

One major help might come in the form of an #opensource app created by @[email protected] called #shaded. The #app identifies #heatstress along a route and suggests alternative paths that lead through parks and shaded areas.

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Shady Routes in Times of Climate Crisis: How a Routing App Protects Against Heat Stress

In Heidelberg and Worms, the shaded.ors app is already helping people navigate the shade. However, HeiGIT’s routing application can also be adapted for use in other cities – and has the potential to become an important tool for climate adaptation.

Digital for Good | RESET.ORG

BufordM 4d ago

Good information about when to use a fan.
#fanUse #heatStress #HeatandHumidity
https://www.zmescience.com/feature-post/health/human-body/temperature-cutoff-when-fans-make-heat-worse/

You Should Actually Turn Off Fans When It Gets Too Hot. But When Do They Start Making Heat Worse?

The safe cutoff depends on humidity, sweat, age and hydration.

ZME Science

C Z Doval Santos 4d ago

“ Heat stress happens when your body can’t shed heat fast enough to keep its core temperature stable. A study published June 22, 2026 in Nature Climate Change found that one billion more people now face at least one day of extreme heat stress annually compared to the 1970s. “ https://www.sacbee.com/entertainment/living/article316249630.html #climatechange #heatstress

Headlines Africa 5d ago

Longer, hotter heatwaves leading to rise in heat stress around the world http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TT9Xwp #Heatwave #ClimateChange #GlobalWarming #HeatStress #EnvironmentalImpact

The Japan Times 6d ago

The number of people exposed to dangerous heat stress worldwide has risen sharply over the last half century, propelled by climate change, according to a study. https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2026/06/23/world/science-health/worldwide-heat-stress-surge/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=mastodon #worldnews #sciencehealth #heatwaves #heatstroke #heatstress

Dangerous ‘heat stress’ has surged worldwide, study shows

Most of the world has seen increases in the number of tropical nights, when the “feels-like” temperature does not get below 20 C, researchers found.

The Japan Times

Raku.Anarchy Jun 13

NPR: COMIC: How excessive heat kills and how to stay safe
https://www.npr.org/2026/06/13/g-s1-126350/heat-wave-safety-weather-heatstroke

#ClimateChange #ClimateScience #ClimateCrisis #ClimateJustice #ActOnClimateNow #HeatWave #HeatStress #itIsHappeningNow

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Deepak Kumar Vasudevan Jun 11

Bottom line: Heat alone isn’t the culprit, but it magnifies stress and emotional reactions. Staying hydrated, rested, and mindful helps keep both body and mind cool.

In Chennai’s furnace, patience evaporates faster than sweat. Stay cool, stay kind. #HeatStress #MentalHealth

The-14 Jun 7

The Heat Is On: 4 Examples of Practical Solutions to Extreme Heat in Agriculture
#Agriculture #ClimateChange #ExtremeHeat #Farmers #Water #FoodSecurity #Environment #WMO #Farming #Food #Cambodia #Livestock #Harvest #HeatStress #FAO #Drought #Heatwaves
https://the-14.com/the-heat-is-on-4-examples-of-practical-solutions-to-extreme-heat-in-agriculture/

The Heat Is On: 4 Examples of Practical Solutions to Extreme Heat in Agriculture | The-14

Extreme heat is reshaping agriculture worldwide. Discover four practical solutions helping farmers protect crops, livestock and livelihoods.

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The-14 Jun 2

Should FIFA be doing more to protect soccer players from the World Cup heat?
#FIFA #WorldCup2026 #Football #Soccer #SportsScience #ClimateChange #HeatStress #PlayerSafety #Health #Heat #Mexico #Canada #USA #GlobalWarming #SportsMedicine #Environment #Sport
https://the-14.com/should-fifa-be-doing-more-to-protect-soccer-players-from-the-world-cup-heat/

Should FIFA be doing more to protect soccer players from the World Cup heat? | The-14

FIFA faces scrutiny over World Cup heat risks as research shows extreme temperatures may harm player health, performance and tournament safety standards.

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