Proactive efforts such as ensuring access to working air conditioning may help prevent heat-related illness and deaths, particularly among vulnerable populations such as the elderly, young children, and those suffering from cardiovascular or respiratory conditions.

Tribe: Saint Regis Mohawk

View Source Document: Climate Change Adaptation Plan for Akwesasne

Year: 2013

Climate Hazards

Extreme Heat

Assets

People - Health and Wellbeing

Types

Capital Improvements