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Home / 2024 / September / RICHMOND COMMUNITY HEAT RELIEF STATION

RICHMOND COMMUNITY HEAT RELIEF STATION

Extreme weather events in recent years have disproportionately impacted vulnerable and marginalized community members, including seniors, low-income households, and new immigrants. This project hosted cooling stations which provided immediate heat relief to community members by offering cooled refreshments, sunscreens, hand fans, and resources on extreme heat protection. These events further helped raise about how to stay cool during anticipated hot weather events.

UBC Student Project Lead: Jimmy Ho

Community Partner: Richmond Poverty Reduction Coalition

Grant Type: Connect to Community

Year of Publication: 2024

Topic: Heat Relief, Cooling Resources

Keywords: Community Health, Weather Events, Coping with Heat

Population: Seniors, Low-Income Households, New Immigrants

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