Russell Danielson
Coverage of Russell Danielson in the Nexus archive.
- Denver opens nearly 50 cooling centers as extreme heat grips city
Denver opened nearly 50 cooling centers at libraries and recreation centers to combat extreme heat, marking the first time this many have been activated. The National Weather Service reported an increasing trend in high-heat days, with Denver experiencing significantly more 90-degree days in the past decade compared to historical averages. Officials emphasized the centers are available to all residents, not just those experiencing homelessness.
- One tree at a time: Denver nonprofit works to close shade gap as heat dome threatens neighborhoods
A Denver nonprofit, The Park People, is addressing the 'shade gap' by planting trees in underserved neighborhoods like Valverde, which has 9% canopy cover, as a heat dome threatens the region. Trees can reduce temperatures by 15-20 degrees, and the organization aims to plant 1,200-2,000 trees annually in 28 identified neighborhoods.