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Indoor heat during heat waves poses greater danger than outdoor conditions

A study from the University of Texas at Austin reveals that indoor temperatures during heat waves can become significantly more dangerous than outdoor conditions, especially when air conditioning fails. Homes can trap heat, functioning like greenhouses, leading to lethal conditions, particularly in older, poorly insulated buildings. The research highlights that even young, healthy individuals are at risk due to the inability of the body to cool down effectively when indoor temperatures remain high throughout the night. AI

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Indoor heat during heat waves poses greater danger than outdoor conditions

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · The Conversation, Zoltan Nagy ·

    It could be more dangerous inside your house during a heat wave

    Unlike outdoor air, which cools after sunset, an uninsulated home absorbs heat all day and releases it slowly at night.