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PUBLIC TESTIMONY
Testimony by Ariana Osorio, Resiliency Coordinator at The Point CDC
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Ariana Osorio from The Point CDC testifies in support of Intro 998, emphasizing the need for improved heat emergency preparedness in environmental justice communities like Hunts Point. She highlights the disproportionate impact of extreme heat on their neighborhood and calls for better citywide communication about climate change.
- The Point CDC conducted heat research and air quality studies, revealing temperatures 4-5 degrees higher than reported due to local conditions.
- Their "Camp EJ" project in summer 2023 demonstrated the physical and mental toll of extreme heat on community members of all ages.
- Osorio recommends amending the bill to include widespread public communication efforts about climate change, similar to COVID-19 awareness campaigns.