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A severe heat wave has claimed 29 lives across New Jersey, with advocacy groups expressing particular concern for the state's homeless population.
Officials and community leaders are calling on Governor Sherrill to declare a state of emergency and expand access to emergency shelters to protect the most vulnerable residents during the dangerous weather event.
Quick context
- How many people died in the New Jersey heat wave?
- Twenty-nine New Jersey residents lost their lives during the heat wave, making it a significant public health crisis for the state.
- Why are homeless residents particularly at risk during heat waves?
- Homeless individuals lack access to air conditioning and safe shelter, making them extremely vulnerable to heat-related illness and death during extreme weather events.
- What emergency measures are being requested?
- Advocates are calling for Governor Sherrill to declare a state of emergency and open additional emergency shelters to provide safe refuge for vulnerable residents during the heat wave.
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