Barcelona Neighbourhood Faces Extreme Heat Risk

Al Jazeera · world

El Raval, Barcelona's migrant heart, is highly vulnerable to extreme heat. Densely packed apartments, low incomes, and a lack of tree cover contribute to the risk. Poor housing conditions further exacerbate the problem, putting residents in this densely populated area at significant danger during heatwaves. The neighbourhood's specific characteristics make it a hotspot for heat-related health issues.