The Biden administration has launched an online tool called HeatRisk to help keep people safe from extreme heat in the lower 48 states. This interactive map can be found on the websites of the National Weather Service and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Users can navigate through the map to see current heat conditions and a forecast for the next several days. The map uses color-coding to show the risk of heat-related health impacts, with green indicating little to no risk and magenta showing extreme heat health impacts.
During a press conference on Monday, CDC Director Mandy Cohen emphasized that heat-related illness and death are preventable. The HeatRisk tool provides valuable information to help individuals make informed decisions about their activities during periods of extreme heat. By monitoring the map, individuals can take proactive steps to safeguard their health and well-being when temperatures are dangerously high. The tool serves as a resource for the public to stay informed and stay safe during extreme heat events.