Climate & Health

Climate change is an ongoing shift in the earth’s normal temperatures, rainfall, precipitation, and storm intensity and pattern. These weather changes in our Earth’s climate affect our health, the environment, and our economy. While there are natural causes, human activity is making climate change worse. This is because of energy consumption releases billions of tons of carbon dioxide (CO2) and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere every year.

The New Orleans Health Department works collaboratively with the Louisiana Department of Health and other local and state partners to support the development of climate and health-focused data sharing and initiatives.

Interested in getting involved? Send an email to pheeh@nola.gov or call 504-658-2500.
 

Winter Weather 2024:

Residents are encouraged to sign up for emergency text alerts from the City by texting “NOLAREADY” (one word) to 77295. Residents can also follow @NOLAReady on X (formerly known as Twitter) and Instagram or sign up for email and text message alerts at ready.nola.gov/stay-connected/emergency-alerts/.