San Antonio and the rest of the world are in a climate emergency. Federal, state, and local leaders have failed to do their due diligence to prepare and protect the public. Local leaders must declare a climate emergency, and re-commit to implementing the adaptation strategies detailed in the 2019 Climate Action and Adaptation Plan. Some of the adaptation strategies outlined would help those suffering from extreme deadly heat but lack the resources to protect themselves or their families.

As a collective body of concerned citizens, volunteers, community organizers, we ask you to join us in a national day of action to demand our city leaders make bold moves to address the moment and declare a climate emergency. Local leaders must also push for state and federal action. We can’t just simply “beat the heat.” We are calling for proactive solutions and not temporary fixes.

We invite you to join us on the steps of city hall to declare a climate emergency Tuesday August 2 at 5 p.m.