4 billion could face extreme heat by 2050; India among worst-hit regions, Oxford study warns
A stark Oxford University study reveals billions will face life-threatening heat by 2050 as global warming intensifies. India, already experiencing rising temperatures, is among nations set to bear the brunt. Even cooler climates are seeing dramatic shifts, highlighting an urgent need for building upgrades and adaptation strategies to mitigate severe health and societal impacts.
A stark Oxford University study reveals billions will face life-threatening heat by 2050 as global warming intensifies. India, already experiencing rising temperatures, is among nations set to bear the brunt. Even cooler climates are seeing dramatic shifts, highlighting an urgent need for building upgrades and adaptation strategies to mitigate severe health and societal impacts.
