There’s no denying that it gets hot in Philadelphia during the summertime.

Urban areas, like Philadelphia, are hotter in the spring and summer when temperatures rise. This can be attributed to something dubbed the “urban heat island effect”.

Cities have less tree canopy cover and vegetation, more paved surfaces, row homes with dark rooftops, and taller building structures that reduce airflow.

Very hot weather can make people sick, even healthy adults. Older adults, those who are pregnant, infants and young children, people experiencing homelessness, and people with pre-existing health conditions are at higher risk. Here are a few tips to help you stay cool this summer.

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