Researchers identified regions, such as Afghanistan, Papua New Guinea, and Central America, as most vulnerable to record-breaking heatwaves, emphasizing the need for action plans to mitigate risks and harms. A new study has highlighted under-prepared regions across the world most at risk of the d
Global research conducted by the University of Bristol highlights regions most vulnerable to the harmful effects of record-breaking heatwaves, including Afghanistan, Papua New Guinea, and Central America. These areas are at higher risk due to a combination of unprecedented heat extremes and socioeconomic factors, with countries yet to experience intense heatwaves being especially susceptible.
Beijing and Central Europe are also on the list of hotspots, as if record-breaking heatwaves occurred in these densely populated regions millions of people would be adversely affected. Lead author, climate scientist Dr. Vikki Thompson at the University of Bristol Cabot Institute for the Environment, said: “As heatwaves are occurring more often we need to be better prepared. We identify regions that may have been lucky so far – some of these regions have rapidly growing populations, some are developing nations, some are already very hot. We need to ask if the heat action plans for these areas are sufficient.
Co-author Dann Mitchell, Professor in Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Bristol Cabot Institute for the Environment, said: “Being prepared saves lives. We have seen some of the most unexpected heatwaves around the world lead to heat-related deaths in the tens of thousands. In this study, we show that such record-smashing events could occur anywhere. Governments around the world need to be prepared.
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