Extreme Heat is a dangerous weather condition that is becoming more common and more severe as climate change warms the planet. Heat vulnerability is a measure of how likely a person is to be injured or harmed during periods of hot weather. This webinar will focus on the critical intersection of heat vulnerability and climate change in FEMA Region 2, focusing on lessons learned from New York City. We will explore the different factors that impact heat vulnerability, especially for people with disability, access, and functional needs, as well as individual and policy strategies to mitigate the effects of extreme heat.


Who should attend? The whole community – individuals and families, volunteer and faith-based organizations, local, state, federal government and private sector.