Philadelphia Declares Emergency Amid Extreme Heatwave
費城發布極端熱浪緊急狀態
更新於: 2026年6月11日 上午11:20
Philadelphia frequently faces intense summer heat, leading the Department of Public Health to issue 'Heat Health Emergencies.'
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」。
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.
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。
Public cooling centers open at libraries and recreation centers, while the 'Heatline' provides nursing advice for those worried about heat-related illness.
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。
These emergencies are becoming more frequent due to the urban heat island effect, where dense concrete infrastructure traps heat.
由於都市熱島效應，即密集的混凝土建築設施困住熱氣，這類緊急事件正越來越頻繁。
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.
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。
By staying informed through official channels like 311 or the city website, residents can navigate these extreme conditions safely.
透過311或市政網站等官方渠道隨時掌握資訊，居民即能安全度過極端氣候。
Remember, recognizing the symptoms early is key to staying healthy during Philadelphia's hottest days.
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。
