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Millions in major US cities face intensified heat due to urban infrastructure and lack of green spaces.
- Urban areas with concrete and asphalt experience significantly higher temperatures than rural surroundings.
- New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago are among the cities with the highest urban heat island effects.
- Vulnerable populations, including people of color and low-income residents, are disproportionately affected.
- Extreme heat in cities increases health risks such as heatstroke and heat exhaustion.
- Potential solutions include planting more trees and creating green spaces to mitigate heat retention.
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- Los Angeles City in California
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