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Excessive Heat Events Guidebook

Public health officials and community leaders can use this guide to plan for and respond to excessive heat events. 

The guidebook highlights best practices that can save lives during excessive heat events in urban areas. It also provides a menu of options that officials can use to respond to these events in their communities.

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Hazards
Extreme Heat
Assets
Critical Facilities
Energy and Utilities
People
Sources
U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention NOAA—National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration DHS—U.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Steps Addressed

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Understand Exposure
Assess Vulnerability & Risk
Investigate Options
Prioritize & Plan
Take Action
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