Yes, New Orleans summers are getting hotter. The city is racing to plant trees to try to cool things down.

Average summer temperatures increased in New Orleans by 3.1°F between 1970 and 2022, per a new analysis by climate research group Climate Central, Axios' Alex Fitzpatrick and Tory Lysik report. • Average temperatures were 84°F in 2022, compared to 80.9°F in 1970. Why it matters: Extreme heat is a serious health risk, leading to both immediate acute effects (such as exhaustion and heat stroke) as well as longer-term complications due to reduced air quality. Threat level: On top of rising overall temperatures due to climate change, New Orleans is the...