Saving Lives Through Heat Relief, Arizona's Novel Approach

Extreme heat is the deadliest weather threat in the Southwest — but Arizona is proving those deaths are preventable. Join the Arizona Public Health Association and the Health Insights Hub by Hess III Consulting for this free webinar, featuring Maricopa County and Pima County Departments of Public Health, for a closer look at their novel, coordinated approaches to heat relief. Discover how Maricopa and Pima Counties are tackling extreme heat with coordinated networks of hydration stations, cooling centers, respite sites, and outreach programs. Learn about data-driven interventions, transportation solutions, partnerships with Red Cross and utility companies, and the impact of substance use and chronic disease on heat-related deaths. Get actionable tips for community preparedness, access to toolkits, and insights into the challenges posed by funding cuts to critical services like 211. This webinar is ideal for health professionals, community organizations, and anyone seeking practical strategies to protect vulnerable populations during Arizona’s record-breaking heat seasons. This session shows public health leaders, health and human services organizations, and community partners how cross-sector coordination saves lives — and how to adapt these strategies in your own community.