US EditionN.Y. Gov. Hochul Issues Warning About ‘Extreme’ Heat Which Could Prove Dangerous
- New York is facing a heat wave beginning Sunday, June 22, with feels-like temperatures reaching 95 to 110 degrees statewide through Wednesday, June 25.
- The heat wave results from a ridge of high pressure settling over the region, causing rising humidity and record-challenging temperatures as forecasted on June 20.
- Officials including Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Eric Adams are urging residents to limit outdoor activities, stay hydrated, and use cooling centers opened citywide, with 26 locations on Staten Island alone.
- The National Weather Service predicts major to extreme heat-related risks, with peak heat indices between 100 and 105 degrees, and NYISO confirms adequate electricity supply despite higher air conditioner use.
- The extreme heat persists through primary election day on June 24, prompting government-wide safety measures and warnings about heat illnesses and pet safety, with conditions easing slightly by Wednesday.
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