Recent findings highlight the significant cooling benefits provided by urban trees, particularly on hotter summer days, making them a vital strategy against the risks posed by global warming.

Urban trees are proposed as an effective solution to mitigate the urban heat island (UHI) effect, where urban areas experience higher temperatures than their rural counterparts.

The study indicates that urban trees exhibit enhanced cooling efficiency as temperatures rise, especially during peak summer heat.

Research shows that land use changes, particularly the expansion of built-up areas and impervious surfaces, significantly contribute to the UHI effect.

The ongoing urbanization in the 21st century has transformed natural landscapes into built environments, exacerbating the UHI phenomenon.

In Yangzhou, the most pronounced heat island areas have been identified in the southern districts, which have expanded over time.

The study underscores the critical role of vegetation and water bodies in moderating urban temperatures and alleviating the UHI effect.

These findings can assist urban managers in enhancing city resilience to climate change through improved greenspace planning and vegetation management.

Urban greening emerges as a promising strategy to mitigate the health impacts of extreme heat, although further research is necessary for effective implementation.

The cooling efficiency of urban vegetation varies significantly across different cities, influenced by local climate and tree cover levels.

Future research aims to provide concrete evidence of the health benefits associated with various types of greenspaces, informing urban greening initiatives.

As heat waves become more frequent and intense globally, research into effective strategies to combat their adverse health impacts is increasingly critical.