Think your neighborhood is the hottest in Philadelphia? Find out using the Philadelphia Heat Vulnerability Index.
It’s true, some Philadelphia neighborhoods are hotter than others. It’s important for City agencies to know where those neighborhoods are, to help keep people safe during very hot weather. The Philadelphia Heat Vulnerability Index, developed by the Philadelphia Department of Public Health and the Office of Sustainability, shows which areas in the city are hottest and coolest during the summer.
https://www.phila.gov/2019-07-16-heat-vulnerability-index-highlights-city-hot-spots/