Extreme heat events, or heat waves, are a leading cause of extreme weather-related deaths in the United States. The number of heat-related deaths is rising. Heat stress is a heat-related illness caused by one's body's inability to cool down properly.

Extreme heat events, or heat waves, are a leading cause of extreme weather-related deaths in the United States. The number of heat-related deaths is rising. Heat stress is a heat-related illness caused by one's body's inability to cool down properly.

The International Panel on Climate Change reports an increase in annual precipitation throughout the U.S. and believes this increase will lead to more severe weather events such as storms and floods.

Droughts have many consequences for health. Droughts can reduce air quality and compromise the health of people with certain conditions, such as asthma, by increasing the amount of airborne particles, such as pollen and smoke.