L.A. Heat Torrent
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A fall heat wave peaking Wednesday and Thursday is expected to push temperatures in Southern California up to 15 degrees above normal for this time of year and potentially break heat records in Northern California.
These are preventable deaths and hospitalizations. City of LA Chief Heat Officer Marta Segura is driving collaboration with City Departments and Bureaus, in alignment with LA County, to address extreme heat risks in a proactive, coordinated, and equity-driven approach.HEAT RELIEF RESOURCES
California extreme heat deaths show climate change risks (LA Times)COOL SPOTS LA APPCool Spots LA shows Angelenos where they can go to cool off during emergencies, such as our recent extreme heat waves. As directed by Councilmember Paul Krekorian, author of the motion creating the position of Chief Heat Officer, Segura and CEMO have coordinated the efforts of multiple departments to compile a single interactive directory of all the public facilities in the city where sweltering Angelenos can cool off during these triple-digit days.
In collaboration with the City's Emergency Management Department, Recreation and Parks, Library, and Public Works, and the County of LA, we launched a proactive heat and public health awareness campaign for the City and the Greater LA region. Help us reach vulnerable populations this summer by supporting the #HeatRelief4LA Campaign! Commit to support the #HeatRelief4LA Network.
A team of 10 UCLA professors has earned a $956,000 award for a project that will combine their expertise in engineering, urban planning, public health and environmental law to address the rapid increase in the number of extreme heat days in Los Angeles.
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People living in low-income, disadvantaged communities across much of urban Los Angeles lack the means to cool their homes, posing a growing threat to their health and their lives from extreme heat waves due to global warming, new USC research shows.
COVID-19 adds urgency, Sanders said, because it has underscored the importance of preparing for shocks, particularly those that disproportionately impact underserved populations. We know that extreme heat events are increasing over time, and we hope that our work can be used to direct resources towards building resilience to warming in the vulnerable communities that might suffer most.
Last year was the second hottest year on record, according to the World Meteorological Organization. The United Nations reports thousands of heat-related deaths or hospitalizations annually, raising concern among public health officials as extreme temperature events grow in intensity, frequency and duration.
Cities are becoming more crowded, too, as more than half of the worlds population now lives in metro areas. The portion is forecast to grow to nearly 70% in 30 years. And cities face a double whammy due to an urban heat island effect, which occurs because the built environment retains more heat than natural environments.
Our research suggests that more than half (55%) of the census tracts identified as most vulnerable are expected to experience more than 16 extreme heat days above 95 F per year by the end of the century, said George Ban-Weiss, an author of the study and professor of civil and environmental engineering at USC Viterbi.
On top of that, Louisiana has already shattered its annual average for heat-caused emergency department visits. From April 1 to July 29, there were 3,305 visits, compared to 10-year annual average of 2,700, said Dr. Alicia Van Doren, a preventive medicine physician working with the health department on tracking heat injuries and deaths.
The report also found a racial disparity in who suffers the most from heat. Black residents experienced 1.5 times the rate of emergency visits and 1.4 times the hospitalization rate of white residents for heat-related illnesses. Black workers also had twice the hospitalization rate of white workers.
A persistent heat wave continued Sunday across Southern California, with peak temperatures reaching triple digits in the valleys and some mountain regions, and little to no relief in sight through next weekend.
Excessive heat warnings were in effect until at least 11 p.m. Monday in the San Gabriel Mountains and the Santa Clarita and Antelope Valleys. Less serious heat advisories were in effect for the same period in the San Gabriel and San Fernando valleys.
"Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat- related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities," NWS forecasters warned. "Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air- conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances."
The high heat was expected to contribute to "elevated to brief critical fire conditions" in desert, mountain and interior valley areas. Those areas will see humidity levels in the 5% to 15% range. Winds are expected to be relatively light, but some higher gusts are possible in traditionally wind- prone areas.
The #HeatRelief4LA social media campaign aims to raise awareness about the health impacts of extreme heat and how to protect yourself and your loved ones. The goal is to help prevent deaths and heat injuries.
The information will be shared via social media and flyers in multiple languages and distributed via partnerships with more than 65 local community-based organizations. The campaign will run throughout the heat season, from June through October. Last year, the campaign only ran the first week of July.
Examples of Instagram posts developed by the non-profit Los Angeles Regional Collaborative for Climate Action and Sustainability. These were used last year during L.A. extreme heat public awareness campaign:
Segura said during that heat wave, only 16 cooling centers were operating with extended hours. She said this summer the city will ensure more city-run facilities, including 73 public libraries, will be open beyond regular hours when extreme heat strikes.
If global emissions continue on their current trend, parts of L.A. County that have historically seen 30 to 40 days a year of temperatures above 95 degrees are expected to experience 90 to 100 days per year of extreme heat before the end of the century.
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Refrigeration coils are prone to pinhole leaks and hairline cracks. Heat-Seal Stik was specifically made to seal these small holes for an immediate fix, even if the appliance will need to be replaced eventually. Heat-Seal Stik works with heat - no mixing of epoxy compounds necessary
Cool Gel Heat Barrier Spray can be used to protect lead free valves during the soldering process and with any other soldering or brazing job to protect components and materials from costly heat damage. Cool Gel's unique, no-drip gelled formula evaporates within 48 hours, eliminating cleanup. Using Cool Gel is easier than using a heat blanket, and provides assurance the job can be completed without costly heat damage.
Enjoy this zing with everything! Made in collaboration with L.A. Times Food, California Heat is a dry chili crisp (only spices, no oils!) that you can sprinkle on eggs, stir-fries, tofu, noodles or rice. Or make your own crunchy chili crisp by heating 1 Tbsp of this blend with 4 Tbsp neutral oil over low heat, until the oil bubbles. When cool, transfer to a sealed container and store in the fridge, and spoon over anything in need of big flavor and crunch!
Deputy food editor Betty Hallock with senior art director Brandon Ly, staff writer Stephanie Breijo, columnist Jenn Harris and general manager Laurie Ochoa worked together to develop the California Heat spice blend. Ochoa explains, We worked with Burlap & Barrel to develop a spice blend that reflects the cuisines and cultures in Los Angeles. It brings together the heat of smoked chilis and acidic zing of citrus, with plenty of pepper and a hint of lemongrass, in a way that particularly meshes with the flavors of Mexican, Asian and Middle Eastern cooking."