Blackouts + Heat Waves = Health Disaster

CleanTechnica
By Steve HanleyMay 5, 2021, 1:46 pm574 ptsHot
Millions of Americas are at risk of serious health issues if heat waves and power outages occur at the same time -- something that is happening more frequently.

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