Hazardous Heat Waves
This video is a part of Animated Atmosphere, a suite of short videos produced by the UCAR Center for Science Education with FableVision Studios.
Transcript
A heatwave is a period of abnormally hot weather.
While heatwaves aren't as dramatic as most severe storms, they're just as dangerous.
Heatwaves can be hazardous to your health.
They can also trigger massively destructive wildfires that pollute the air.
Heatwaves are often more intense in cities,
where asphalt and concrete absorb, rather than reflect heat.
The frequency and intensity of heatwaves are increasing as Earth's climate gets warmer.
During a heat wave, stay cool, drink lots of water,
and reduce physical activity.
And check on family, neighbors, and pets, who may be at risk.
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