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Ancient Civilizations Used These Simple Measures to Cool Cities Down - Why Can't We Do the Same?

Some city blocks remain cooler during heat waves due to design and planning strategies.
Historical urban planning included methods to combat extreme heat.
The urban heat island effect significantly raises temperatures in cities.

8 miles, 33 degrees: Map shows most drastic Bay Area heat differences

San Francisco's microclimates lead to drastic temperature variations due to factors like topography and wind channels.
The heat wave in California is causing significant temperature differences between the coastal and inland areas in the Bay Area.
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