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Pune's poor swelter: Homes trap heat at night
22 Apr
Summary
- Low-income Pune homes retain heat, making rest difficult.
- Fans circulate hot air, coolers are unaffordable.
- Study reveals constant exhaustion and headaches from heat.
In Pune's low-income areas, homes trap heat, causing significant distress for residents, according to a new study. Even with fans, the air circulation becomes ineffective once indoor temperatures soar, and the high electricity bills for coolers make them unaffordable for many. Researchers found that a majority of households suffer from persistent headaches and exhaustion.
The study observed that homes with reinforced cement concrete roofs retain heat, with indoor temperatures peaking around 6 pm and remaining higher than ambient temperatures at night. This phenomenon exacerbates the impact of extreme heat on vulnerable populations who live in poorly ventilated dwellings.
