It says that apocalyptic religion is popular in USA. This is a well known thing.

Seems like an expected response (not that it’s an appropriate response). For many in a developed nation the main concern in a heat wave is the electric bill, but if you’re in a developing area and your sense of security can be quantified in terms of goats, a heat wave can be catastrophic. The reality is out of sight and out of mind of a lot of people who are bringing the reality to fruition