Cities across Central Asia are experiencing rising temperatures, with forecasts suggesting the number of hot days could triple by mid-century, World Bank reports. By 2050, major cities in the region may face an additional 40 to 70 hot days annually, posing a serious threat to health, infrastructure and economic stability.
Over the past two decades, heat-related fatalities have already reached tens of thousands across Europe and Central Asia. This number is expected to double or even triple in many urban areas, placing it on par with fatalities caused by road accidents. Older adults and lower-income communities will be among...