Source: Fortune
Summary
A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research found that Americans are increasingly feeling the impact of extreme heat on their daily lives. The survey showed that 8 in 10 Americans say their electricity bills have been affected by extreme heat, with 44% of those in the Midwest reporting a “major” impact. Additionally, 4 in 10 Americans say extreme heat has affected their travel or vacation plans, and 7 in 10 say it has impacted their family’s outdoor activities. Despite this, the poll found that climate change belief remains largely stable, with 66% of Americans believing it is happening.
Our Reading
The numbers tell one story.
Extreme heat is reshaping Americans’ daily lives, from electricity bills to travel plans. The survey found that Democrats are more likely to say extreme heat has had a “major” impact on each item asked about. The poll also found that climate change belief remains largely stable, despite the increasing impact of extreme heat. Americans are feeling the heat, but it’s not changing their minds about climate change. The heat is on, and it’s not just the temperature that’s rising.
Author: Evan Null
