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← Arizona Science9 jul · 12 min

How better weather forecasting can make a difference in mortality rates

How better weather forecasting can make a difference in mortality rates9 jul12 min

Warnings about hurricanes and tornadoes help save lives, but researchers are beginning to study how alerts about extremely hot and cold weather can make a difference, too. University of Arizona economics professor Derek Lemoine discusses the connection between better weather forecasts and mortality rates. Derek Lemoine spoke with University of Arizona astrophysics professor Erika Hamden.