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Industrial zones, built up areas, suffer most heat in Gush Dan — study

A study has found that industrial zones and built-up areas in the Gush Dan region, which includes cities like Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, Ramat Gan, Bat Yam, Holon, and Rehovot, experience significantly higher temperatures compared to open areas. During the summer, these urbanized regions can be up to 4°C warmer, while in winter, the temperature difference increases to 9°C. This phenomenon highlights the impact of urban development and infrastructure on local climate conditions.

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Industrial zones, built up areas, suffer most heat in Gush Dan — study

A study has found that industrial zones and built-up areas in the Gush Dan region, which includes cities like Tel Aviv, Bnei Brak, Ramat Gan, Bat Yam, Holon, and Rehovot, experience significantly higher temperatures compared to open areas. During the summer, these urbanized regions can be up to 4°C warmer, while in winter, the temperature difference increases to 9°C. This phenomenon highlights the impact of urban development and infrastructure on local climate conditions.

Bias read (Center): The article presents factual findings from a study regarding urban heat islands in specific Israeli cities. It does not exhibit overtly biased language, one-sided sourcing, or editorializing that would indicate a clear ideological lean. The focus is on environmental data rather than political debate

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