# Tree shade offers critical heat relief for people experiencing unsheltered homelessness

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- Published: 2026-11-03T13:20:05+00:00
- Category: Science
- Original: https://phys.org/news/2026-11-tree-critical-relief-people-experiencing.html
- Canonical: https://groundlevelnews.com/story/tree-shade-offers-critical-heat-relief-for-people-experiencing-unshelt-308c96/

People experiencing unsheltered homelessness in Salt Lake City face hours of dangerous daytime heat and hot nights that offer little relief, according to a University of Utah study. Researchers also found that tree shade helps people feel measurably cooler, making it a critical resource for those without access to shelter.

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