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Beat the Heat in Bushwick and Beyond

Though many Bushwick and Ridgewood residents have ACs and fans, there are families who can't afford a cooling system to stave off the humidity. Luckily, there are public cooling centers in the area.

Beat the Heat in Bushwick and Beyond

Beat the Heat in Bushwick and Beyond

Though many Bushwick and Ridgewood residents have ACs and fans, there are families who can't afford a cooling system to stave off the humidity. Luckily, there are public cooling centers in the area.

Beat the Heat in Bushwick and Beyond

Now that summer is approaching the heat index is sure to reach over 90 degrees Fahrenheit in the weeks to come. This leaves older residents, young children, and low income residents vulnerable to heat stroke and other health complications. 

If you’re dealing with an apartment that’s hard to ventilate, cannot afford an AC or fan, or are dealing with a broken…

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