Arizona's New Heat Officer and Efforts to Prevent Heat-Related Deaths

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
Arizona's new heat officer is working with local governments and nonprofit groups to prevent heat-related deaths by opening cooling centers and ensuring homes have working air conditioners. The state experienced over 900 heat-related deaths last year, prompting the appointment of Dr. Eugene Livar as the first heat officer in the U.S.

Key Points

  • Dr. Eugene Livar appointed as Arizona's first heat officer
  • Collaboration with local governments and nonprofit groups to open cooling centers
  • Focus on ensuring homes have working air conditioners
  • Introduction of Arizona Heat Awareness Week and Extreme Heat Preparedness Plan

Pros

  • Increased coordination to prevent heat-related deaths
  • Introduction of new measures like mobile cooling centers and expanded cooling centers

Cons

  • High number of heat-related deaths in Arizona last year