Bronx bus stops are the hottest in the city, but Bronxites voice other concerns - Bronx Times

The Bronx has been labeled a food and transportation desert, now facing an actual desert-like heat at bus stops, predominantly affecting communities of color.

Bronx Borough President Vanessa Gibson highlighted the heat island effect's disproportionate impact on communities of color and urged for infrastructure investments to combat extreme temperatures.

The report indicates that the hottest bus stops are in Black and Latino neighborhoods, emphasizing the need for shelters and green spaces to reduce heat.

Residents like Arthur Kitchen emphasize the extreme heat they endure while waiting for buses at unshaded stops, highlighting the urgent need for better infrastructure.

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