Description
Title: City of Phoenix 2026 Heat Response Plan - Citywide
Summary
The City of Phoenix's 2026 Heat Response Plan aims to mitigate health risks associated with extreme heat, which poses significant threats to residents and visitors, particularly vulnerable populations such as the homeless and low-income communities. This comprehensive plan includes 23 specific actions organized into six strategies: equipping first responders, providing cool spaces and drinking water, supporting safe homes and mobility, implementing worker safety measures, and educating the community. Notable updates for 2026 include enhanced cooling center operations, educational resources for City employees, and targeted outreach to mobile home and senior living communities. The plan reflects lessons learned from previous years and aims to reduce heat-related fatalities and illnesses, addressing a persistent public health challenge in the region.