Excessive heat can be deadly, and with the reality of climate change ever more obvious across the nation and world, July 2023 has gone on record as the hottest month ever.
With energy costs increasing by nearly 12% over last summer, millions of people find themselves having to choose between using fans or minimal air conditioning versus paying for rent, food, and medicines.
Without cooling, vulnerable individuals and populations such as the chronically ill or elderly can be subject to heatstroke, dehydration, and other potentially life threatening conditions.
People need help now to pay their power bills, simply to stay safe.
No one should face utility shut offs during this extreme heatwave. Contribute to Democracy for America Advocacy Fund and fund the fight demanding Congress increase funding to LIHEAP