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fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Public health

Death of 51-year-old Barcelona street sweeper from heatstroke stirs labor unrest in Southern Europe

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
Public health

Death of 51-year-old Barcelona street sweeper from heatstroke stirs labor unrest in Southern Europe

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Extreme heatwaves may cause global decline in dairy production, scientists warn

Extreme heat reduces dairy cows' ability to produce milk by 10%. Just one hour of wet-bulb temperature above 26C can reduce a cow's daily milk production by 0.5%. Exposure to high temperatures also has a prolonged effect, with milk production still lower than typical levels up to 10 days after the initial hot day.
Agriculture
fromModern Farmer
1 month ago

Protecting Crops from Heat Stress: 5 Pro Strategies

Adapting to climate by employing heat protection strategies is crucial for farmers to maintain yields during heat waves.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

Incredible shrinking clownfish beats the heat

In the end, we discovered it was very common in this population. It was a surprise to see how rapidly clownfish can adapt to a changing environment.
OMG science
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