The study revealed that Māori, Pacific, and Asian children are disproportionately affected, and that geography, ethnicity, sex, and socioeconomic factors influence vulnerability to heat stress.

And yet, majority of comments express strong scepticism, disbelief, & outright dismissal of article's claims. Many view article as fear-mongering, propaganda, or disinformation related to climate change. There's a pervasive sentiment that the Herald exaggerates risks, & pushes a particular agenda.