Reducing consequences of extreme heat: The role of weather information access.

ABSTRACT: This study investigates the impact of weather information sources on consequences associated with extreme heat events, employing a cross-sectional survey conducted on hospitalized individuals who have experienced heat stress in Central Vietnam. Multiple information channels, including official agencies and social media, were found to significantly reduce the Cost of Illness (COI) associated with heat-related ailments. Social media, in particular, emerged as a potent tool for climate adaptation. Improving the clarity and accessibility of weather information through official channels is crucial, especially for households with varying income levels. Demographic factors such as age and gender should be considered when fine-tuning communication strategies, with special attention given to indivi

SUBMITTER: Kien ND 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11636927 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature