Extreme heat is characterized by temperatures and humidity higher than average for a specific timeframe, typically two to three days. Extreme heat varies according to geographical location and season. For instance, temperatures and humidity above 95 degrees Fahrenheit during summer in Washington, D.C., qualify as extreme heat, whereas the threshold for extreme heat in Florida during summertime is above 105 degrees Fahrenheit.

Regardless, heat-related illnesses and deaths associated with extreme heat are preventable and there are many ways people of faith can respond to mitigate the impact of extreme heat on their communities. Click here to access educational materials, info sheets, warning signs, and a digital bulletin.