In 2022, Maricopa County recorded 425 heat-associated deaths. That number is up 25% from 2021, which had 339 heat-associated deaths. MORE ⬇️
MARICOPA COUNTY — In 2022, Maricopa County recorded 425 heat-related deaths. That number is up 25% from 2021, which had 339 heat-related deaths.
Maricopa County began conducting heat surveillance in 2006 and has continued every year between the months of May and October. Data from the Office of the Medical Examiner and death certificates are used to conduct the surveillance, according to the county.Other findings from the 2022 report include the following:
So far in 2023, Maricopa County has recorded six heat-associated deaths, five of which were heat-caused. 32 other deaths are under investigation. In an effort to mitigate heat-associated deaths, the city of Phoenix is offering up to $25,000 in grant money to small businesses, charities, nonprofits and other groups working on heat relief efforts. The deadline to apply is July 13 at 5 p.m.
Those looking to donate water or other heat relief supplies can donate to the Human Services Campus in Phoenix.
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