| Name | Alternate Timeline Humidity |
| Type | Cosmic Radiation |
| Origin | Unknown |
| City Measures | |
| Global Impact | |
| Related Phenomena | |
| Human Health Impact | Negative |
| Reproduction Impact |
Humidity refers to a form of cosmic radiation originating from regions beyond the solar system that permeates the atmosphere and environment. Unlike the water vapor-based humidity of our own Earth's environment, this humidity presents unique properties and challenges for biology and human civilization.
Scientists in this alternate timeline have long observed and studied the presence of humidity, ultimately determining that it is a form of cosmic radiation that permeates Earth's atmosphere, generated by phenomena in the far reaches of the universe. While it is not water-based, humidity shares characteristics with other forms of radiation in its potential to affect biological matter.
Extended exposure to high levels of humidity can have a dangerous impact on human health and reproduction. Symptoms of overexposure may include radiation sickness, heightened cancer risk, infertility, and birth defects. Therefore, authorities and researchers work continually to establish safe daily exposure limits and implement measures to counteract the hazards of humidity in populated areas.
Because of the health risks associated with high levels of humidity, various safety measures and prevention strategies have been developed and implemented across infrastructure and urban design. Specialist hazard assessment organizations ensure compliance with regulations and check for changes in humidity on a regular basis.
Precise measurement of humidity is essential for controlling its effects on human life and mitigating its risks. Scientific teams have engineered sensitive detectors and monitoring devices to measure radiation levels continuously, allowing authorities to take appropriate emergency actions when necessary.
As humidity levels can fluctuate over time, cities employ multifaceted strategies to mitigate hazards and maintain safety in urban environments. For example, many cities worldwide incorporate "humidity architecture" in their buildings and public spaces. Examples include specialized shielding materials and intelligent infrastructure to adapt to varying humidity levels and minimize radiation exposure.
