New York City Emergency Management warns residents to prepare for heat wave
The New York City government warns residents to expect high temperatures beginning Tuesday, June 18 as the first heat wave of the season arrives.
Extreme weather continues to batter parts of the United States. States like Florida and Texas are dealing with flooding from the previous week, and now a large part of the country is preparing for a new heat wave that will bring triple-digit temperatures.
According to the National Weather Service (NWS), states located in the Midwest and Northeast of the country will be among the most affected as they will experience the highest temperatures. In Michigan, Ohio and parts of Pennsylvania, there are already heat warnings in place lasting at least until Friday.
As the week progresses, weather forecasts suggest that the heat wave will extend eastward, bringing high temperatures to New York, Washington, D.C. and Boston.
The NWS says the first heat wave of the summer began on Sunday in the center of the nation and will spread through the Midwest and Northeast on Tuesday. The agency warns that high temperatures will last for most of the week. With this, several states are expected to break their daily temperature records. The high heat index is forecast to approach 105° during the day and the mid-70s at night.
New York City Emergency Management warns residents to prepare for heat wave
The New York City government has warned its residents to take precautions against the first heat wave of the season. NYC Mayor Eric Adams is urging New Yorkers to keep hydrated and to check on neighbors, especially the elderly.
In a statement, Adams said the city has expanded the number of cooling centers available to the public. The centers will be open starting Tuesday, July 18, through Thursday, July 20. You can find your local cooling center by visiting the city’s “Cool Options” map or by calling 311.
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What to do in a heat wave
According to experts, it is best to avoid outdoor activities, especially during the hottest hours of the day from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
If possible, stay indoors with air conditioning. When inside the house, block the sun: Use shades, blinds, or curtains to block it out during the hottest part of the day. Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids and eating foods with high water content like watermelon or cucumbers.
For more information, visit the National Weather Service website.