Heatwaves and the 2024 General Elections in Mexico
Mexico has experienced a consistent rise in temperatures since 2015, with 2024—the year of general elections—recording the highest on record. Despite the numerous hazards associated with climate change and the immense administrative challenges, the National Electoral Institute succeeded in installing 99.85 per cent of polling stations, with no significant incidents reported on election day, 2 June.
This case study reveals that the professionalism of EMB staff enabled them to effectively manage the risks encountered. Although they were equipped with handbooks on risk management and crisis response for various hazards, these materials did not cover heatwaves, nor was extreme heat considered a significant concern by electoral authorities.
The case study includes prescriptive lessons learned that may be useful for Mexico’s electoral stakeholders, as well as for those in other countries.
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
INTRODUCTION
1. INSTITUTIONAL STRUCTURE
2. HEATWAVES AS NATURAL HAZARDS IN MEXICO
3. HEATWAVES AND THE 2024 ELECTIONS
4. CONCLUSIONS AND LESSONS LEARNED
REFERENCES
ANNEX A. INTERVIEW GUIDE
ANNEX B. ORGANIC STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONAL DIVISION OF THE INE
ABBREVIATIONS
ABOUT THE AUTHORS
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