"Rural India's Deadly Summer Heat: Ambulance Crews Witness the Toll"
Extreme heat is becoming a deadly public health crisis in India, with over 150 deaths reported during the latest heat wave in June. Prolonged heat waves are one of the deadliest consequences of global warming in the country, with nearly 11,000 deaths attributed to heat waves this century. Ambulance crews in rural areas, like Banpur, are on the front lines of providing care to those affected by the extreme heat, but lack of resources and infrastructure pose challenges in responding effectively. Health experts emphasize the need for better preparedness and awareness campaigns to mitigate the impact of heat waves.