Scorching Heat Sparks Bipartisan Climate Alarm

of "American Climate Perspectives Survey Reveals Growing Concern About Extreme Heat and Climate Change" A new national poll by ecoAmerica reveals that 86% of Americans across political affiliations report increased concern about climate change due to record-breaking heat waves, with 97% of Democrats, 83% of Independents, and 79% of Republicans expressing heightened worry. The survey shows that 89% of respondents recognize extreme heat's impact on public health, with Black Americans showing particularly high concern levels (91%) while also facing disproportionate exposure to extreme heat and fewer adaptation resources. The findings demonstrate a significant shift in climate perception, with 82% of Americans now believing climate change intensifies extreme weather events, up from 76% in 2021, including a dramatic 17-point increase among Republicans.