Cities where extreme heat events are less common saw a greater spike in deaths when the temperature shot up. The study also found higher mortality rates during heat waves in cities where there are more renters. Research suggests that longer heat waves, such as the one in B.C., carry greater health risk. WATCH | How extreme heat affects the body:Début du widget Widget. Fin du widget Widget.

Source: CBC News June 20, 2024 07:09 UTC