New York City is under an Extreme Heat Warning through Saturday, July 4th at 9 p.m. The National Weather Service is forecasting highs up to 101°F and heat index values as high as 112°F, according to a press release from Mayor Mamdani’s Office of Mass Engagement sent Wednesday. Cooling centers are open across all five boroughs.
The warning took effect Wednesday, July 1st at noon. Dangerously high temperatures are expected through Friday, July 3rd. Wednesday’s overnight low will only drop to 74°F. Sunday is forecast to reach 95°F. Heat index, which factors in humidity, is expected to climb into the 100s across much of the city, per the city’s alert.
People without air conditioning, older adults, people with chronic health conditions, and people who work outside are at highest risk, the city’s warning states. A city-distributed safety flyer attached to the press release listed signs of heat exhaustion: dizziness, excessive sweating, pale or clammy skin, and a rapid weak pulse. Heat stroke is a life-threatening emergency requiring an immediate call to 911.
To find a nearby cooling center, New Yorkers can call 311 or use the city’s Cool Options Finder online to locate the nearest location and its hours. The city also encourages using private air-conditioned spaces, including the homes of friends or family.
A separate Air Quality Warning is also in effect. Children, adults, and people with lung disease including asthma are advised to reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion during the warning period. Current conditions are available at the state’s Air Quality Index tracker.
To receive emergency weather alerts by text, New Yorkers can sign up at Notify NYC or text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692. Mayor Mamdani hosted “The Morning Pitch” press conference this week to provide traffic and weather updates ahead of the World Cup.
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