Miami-Dade County appointed a chief heat officer, Jane Gilbert, as part of a partnership to address heat challenges. Urban areas can be up to 10 degrees hotter due to factors like asphalt, lack of greenery, and waste heat.
Challenges highlighted by Gilbert include heat exposure for unhoused populations, construction workers, and people waiting at bus stops. Lack of tree canopy exacerbates heat in lower-income areas.
To combat extreme heat, Gilbert promotes environmental initiatives like tree planting, cool pavements, and greener building materials. Efforts aim to cool neighborhoods, reduce heat islands, and inform residents on staying cool affordably.
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