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Mexico, Italy and others see up to two more months of heat stress than in the 1970s, study says
By Alexa St. John, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Mexico, Kenya, Italy and other nations around the world are experiencing one to two more months of heat stress than they were several decades ago, new research published Monday says, and some areas even more so. Regions previously untouched by heat stress are now feeling it, too. Extreme feels-li...
Key takeaway Regions previously untouched by heat stress are now feeling it, too.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio residents can expect to feel the effects of heat stress more intensely in the coming years, given the city's already warm climate. As the study highlights, regions previously untouched by heat stress are now experiencing it, and areas like Mexico, which is geographically close to San Antonio, are seeing up to two more months of heat stress than in the 1970s. This has significant implications for the city's public health and safety, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and young children. The combination of heat and humidity in San Antonio can be particularly dangerous, as the city's humid subtropical climate means that sweat evaporates more slowly, making it harder for the body to cool down. As the city's leaders plan for the future, they must take into account the increasing risk of heat stress and develop strategies to mitigate its effects, such as expanding access to cooling centers and implementing heat wave warning systems.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Mexico, Kenya, Italy and other nations around the world are experiencing one to two more months of heat stress than they were several decades ago, new research published Monday says, and some areas even more so. Regions previously untouched by heat stress are now feeling it, too. Extreme feels-li...
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