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Extreme heat is creating major challenges for cities. The urban \u201cheat island\u201d effect traps cities in a bubble of scorching temperatures, which endangers lives and puts pressure on emergency services and infrastructure. Often the poorest neighbourhoods bear the worst consequences of rising heat waves. Andrew Lombardi discusses how heat exacerbates inequalities in cities and breaks down what cities can do to save lives now and enhance heat resilience through better policies and practices. \n\nGuest: Andrew Lombardi, OECD Policy Analyst \nHost: Jessica Voorhees\n\nLearn more about OECD\u2019s work on cities: https://www.oecd.org/cfe/cities/\n\nTo learn more about the OECD, our global reach, and how to join us, go to https://www.oecd.org/about/ \nTo keep up with latest at the OECD, visit https://www.oecd.org/\nGet the latest OECD content delivered directly to your inbox! Subscribe to our newsletters: www.oecd.org/newsletters