Abstract
The frequency of simultaneous or consecutive
heatwaves, droughts and wildfires is increasing.
Compound dry-hot extreme events, defined as
a mix of concurrent or sequential occurrence of
heatwaves, droughts and fires, contribute to risks
and impacts to both society and the environment.
Compound dry-hot extreme events already pose
serious impacts on human health and well-being, and
these impacts are expected to increase in the future.
The purpose of this report is to discuss the need for
improved individual and community preparedness
and response to compound dry-hot extreme events,
and to highlight the benefits such improvements
would bring. In particular, the development and
implementation of compound dry-hot extreme events
action plans is essential for reducing the adverse
health effects of current and future compound dry-hot
extreme events.
