Comparative Analysis of 1941 and 2021 North American Heatwaves Reveals Contrasting Impacts

This study reviews historical and recent data to compare the 1941 and 2021 extreme heatwaves in Western North America. By analyzing news archives and quantitative climate and impact data, researchers identify widespread but differing effects on mortality, water resources, agriculture, wildfires, and social behaviors. The findings provide insights into the varying continental-scale impacts of these two major heatwave events.

Originally published by gnews