Low-income Richmond residents suffer more heat emergencies [Video]

Beads of sweat dripped down Sparkle Veronica Taylor’s neck as she walked over the North First Street bridge spanning Interstate 95, headed away from Jackson Ward, on Thursday. She tucked a green towel in the strap of her shirt to wick away sweat as she walked in the summer heat.

Since she doesn’t own a car, Taylor typically travels by foot and by bus. She says she usually walks about 5 miles per day. The summer months come with an extra step of preparation.

“I feel like it’s scary when I venture out sometimes,” Taylor said. “I try to make sure I’m hydrated and carry …