In a comprehensive study, rising temperatures pose a significant threat to the health of prisoners in the U.S., especially in Texas and Florida. Heat conditions exceed safe thresholds in these prisons, potentially causing severe health issues for the incarcerated population. Limited cooling options, concrete structures, and the geographical location of prisons amplify the threat of extreme temperatures. Key quote:"When temperatures rise, prisoners are sitting ducks, utterly powerless to protect themselves from lethal levels of heat and humidity." Be sure to read EHN's coverage: Increasing temperatures and heatwaves threaten our physical and mental health.

Source: CBC News March 06, 2024 13:11 UTC