Heat is the #1 weather-related cause of death in US. With increased severity of heat seasons, communities need guidance to create location-specific heat plans.
The national heat strategy, published in 2024, is designed to provide a roadmap for communities across the US to plan, coordinate with local stakeholders, and address heat emergencies proactively.
This roadmap is a whole-of-government effort representing the work of 23 different agencies and the White House. It’s designed to help federal agencies plan ahead and develop science-based solutions and improve resources, communications and decision-making adapting to hazardous heat.