費城發布極端熱浪緊急狀態
Philadelphia Declares Emergency Amid Extreme Heatwave
Updated at: June 11, 2026 at 11:20 AM
費城常面臨嚴重的夏季酷熱，致使公共衛生局發布「熱浪健康緊急狀態」。
Philadelphia frequently faces intense summer heat, leading the Department of Public Health to issue 'Heat Health Emergencies.'
當氣溫達到華氏90度或更高並連續三天以上時，政府即會宣布此狀態，這對長者、兒童及無空調設備的弱勢族群構成嚴重威脅。
These are declared when temperatures hit 90 degrees or higher for three or more consecutive days, posing a serious threat to vulnerable groups like the elderly, children, and those without air conditioning.
為了因應此況，該市會啟動重要的保護措施。
To combat this, the city activates vital protections.
公共避暑中心於圖書館和康樂中心開放，而「熱線」則為擔心罹患熱疾病的民眾提供護理諮詢。
Public cooling centers open at libraries and recreation centers, while the 'Heatline' provides nursing advice for those worried about heat-related illness.
此外，停水措施會被暫停，無家可歸者服務辦公室會啟動「紅色代碼」，擴大對街頭流浪者的關懷並提升庇護所的容量。
Additionally, water shutoffs are suspended, and the Office of Homeless Services initiates 'Code Red,' increasing outreach and shelter capacity for those on the streets.
公共衛生官員強調，社區安全需靠眾人合力；市民應主動關心高齡鄰居，並學習熱壓力症狀，如頭暈、抽搐或噁心。
Public health officials emphasize that community safety is a team effort; residents are strongly encouraged to check on elderly neighbors and learn the signs of heat stress, such as dizziness, cramps, or nausea.
請記住，及早辨識症狀是在費城最炎熱的日子裡保持健康的關鍵。
Remember, recognizing the symptoms early is key to staying healthy during Philadelphia's hottest days.
