3 neighbours have shared what matters to them — in their own words.
“I think this summer was much hotter than previous years. During the afternoons, it became very difficult to keep my grocery shop open. The shop is small, and there is no fan to keep me cool. I carry a large water bottle and drink water frequently to avoid dehydration. Sometimes, I have to close my shop in the afternoon because of the extreme heat. I often feel tired and suffer from headaches due to the high temperatures. The heat has also affected my business, as very few customers come to the shop during the afternoon. Most people prefer to stay indoors until the weather becomes cooler.”
Nearby, the main topics are centered on the significant challenges posed by extreme summer heat 🌡️. Citizens, including small shop owners and construction workers, are struggling with the high temperatures, leading to health issues like headaches and weakness, and impacting livelihoods due to reduced business and difficulty performing outdoor labor. A key issue highlighted is the lack of shaded areas, particularly in commercial and construction zones. While individuals are proactively taking steps like increased hydration 💧 and frequent breaks, there is a clear need for broader systemic solutions to mitigate the adverse effects of prolonged heat.
“I am from Bihar, where the summer's really hot. Bengaluru is a lot better than my hometown when it comes to the heat.. This year the summer in Bengaluru was bad. I work outside all day as a construction worker. So it is hard for me to work in the afternoon when the sun's high. I drink a lot of water and something called ORS to stay cool. I also take breaks when I can. Some of the workers at my site felt weak because of the heat. There are not trees or shaded areas at construction sites, which makes it hard to work. Even though Bengaluru is cooler than Bihar the summer was still tough. It made my job really exhausting. The heat made it hard for me to do my work as a construction worker, in Bengaluru.”
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