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Increase the urban tree canopy and target areas with urban heat island impacts. Trees are recognized for their ability to provide significant air quality and cooling benefits. It is important to assure that planting efforts increase tree canopy coverage in targeted areas to reduce the impact of extreme heat events.

Hazards
Extreme Heat
Assets
Urban Landscape and Tree Canopy
Focus of action
Nature-Based and Green Solutions

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