Extreme Heat

Coordinate with community members, transportation agencies and private entities to identify local and regional transportation, transit and active transportation corridors that are at-risk from climate Evaluate opportunities to increase shade trees and structures, reduce heat-absorbing surfaces and add “spray” water features and water fountains as part of all capital upgrades. Use the best available science and resilient design features in transportation infrastructure to improve resiliency to extreme climate events. Engage faith, civic and other community groups to co-organize volunteer opportunities to plant public and private trees. Test new technologies, materials and tools to increase preparedness for power outages during extreme weather. For example, test various means of backup power to protect traffic-control facilities, including Encourage employers to change workplace environments to reduce wildfire smoke and heat exposure. For example, adapt work hours, follow OSHA guidance and provide pop-up clean air shelters and appropriate Develop public health outreach strategies for vulnerable populations during heat waves. This effort could be in partnership with community organizations. Enable systems and techniques that reduce energy and conserve resources (e.g., graywater systems, green roofs, use of green energy technology) Plant trees or construct shade structures for livestock. Partner with local energy utilities to study the long-term effects of warmer summer temperatures and extreme high temperatures on summer load peaks and changes in residential air conditioning use in the Develop and implement a jurisdiction-wide green infrastructure plan that supports vegetation-based stormwater management best practices and strategies for managing urban heat. Grow partnerships between the public, private and nonprofit sectors to provide critical services to vulnerable populations in times of crisis. Create agreements with AirBnB and other home share platforms to educate guests on hazards and emergency exit strategies. In case of power outages, ensure emergency personnel have access to and protocols for CB and ham radio usage. Ham radios require an informal network of operators. These communications can help emergency Enhance emergency communication capabilities and evacuation strategies, routes and safety zones. Implement green infrastructure strategies on properties owned by the local government. Green infrastructure helps manage stormwater on site and it offers cooling benefits during hot weather. Identify funding for increased operation and maintenance costs for bridges. As temperatures increase and flooding and erosion becomes more frequent, maintenance costs will increase. Maintain hydroelectric generating capacity as feasible Expand employer and worker training in industries with outdoor work, including assurance for adequate water, shade and rest breaks, and protection from Evaluate shelter policies and resources to ensure residents have access to indoor shelters with the proper resources during periods of elevated nighttime temperatures (>80°F). Consider expanding cooling