Notify NYC – Excessive Heat Warning & Cooling Centers

The National Weather Service has issued the following:
What: Excessive Heat Warning; Excessive Heat Watch
Where: NYC
When: 6AM on 7/1 to 6AM on 7/2; 6AM to 9PM on 7/2

Hazards: These conditions are dangerous to health. People without air conditioning, older adults, and people with chronic health conditions are most at risk. Cooling centers remain open. The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation has issued an Air Quality Health Advisory for NYC which is in effect until 11PM today, and from 11AM until 11PM on 7/1.

Preparedness Actions:
– Avoid strenuous activity
– Active children, adults, and people with lung disease such as asthma should reduce prolonged or heavy exertion outdoors

For cooling center information contact 3-1-1 or visit https://on.nyc.gov/2KwTWhW.

More info: www.dec.ny.gov or www.weather.gov/okx/.