The scorching temperatures have not abated as heatwaves continue in Europe, North America, Asia, North Africa and more. As scientists predict ongoing climate change will continue push up temperatures and normalise heatwaves, the way people live is changing. Workers need to know what could be coming down the road for them – and companies also need to rise to the occasion to protect them. In 2022 a Madrid street-sweeper died from heat stroke after working in extreme temperatures. Accordingly, academics say some of the biggest changes will likely happen in these types of work environments, to protect workers.

Source: The North Africa Journal July 21, 2023 03:00 UTC