More heat and humidity this weekend: heading for an all-time record in “swampy” New York

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The heat wave that has set New York City and its environs ablaze will get even worse this weekend, as temperatures soar to a potentially record high of 98F (37C), Meteorologists warned.

“You will feel like you are walking through a swamp, the air will be thick and sticky, and it will be very difficult for him to do normal activities”, he told New York Post la meteorologist Stephanie Van Oppen. “It’s the most extreme heat we’ve had in a long time.”

“It is the most extreme heat we have had in a long time”

Meteorologist Stephanie Van Oppen

This Saturday afternoon is expected to reach a maximum of 95C (35C), but then drop to 79F (26C) at night. Tomorrow Sunday will be extremely wetwith a high of 98F (37C), potentially eclipsing the 97F (36C) NYC record set in Central Park in 2010. “It will feel like over 100 degrees F” (38C), Van Oppen predicted, adding that the thermometer will only drop to 84F (29C) on Sunday night. “The heat radiates from the buildings and there will be no relief until Monday.”

The NYC Department of Emergency Management (OEM) Remember that the combination of “heat and humidity can be dangerous, especially for people with health problems” and have been activated air-conditioned “cooling center” y swimming pools with free access.

The hot flash is on its way to making history. The city record for 12 consecutive 90-degree days was set during the summer of 1953. The two most recent streaks of at least eight days at that level in New York occurred in 2002.

Weather updates can be found here and at the gate National Weather Service (NWS-NY). Plus details here about the forecast in each county of New York and Jersey.

Tips to prevent and treat hyperthermia (high body temperature):

• Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day, both water and vegetable and fruit juices. Avoid coffee and alcohol.
• If your home doesn’t have air conditioning or fans, keep curtains and windows closed during the day and open at night.
• Avoid the sun. Prolonged exposure always has negative consequences.
• Try to wear fresh, light cotton or natural fabrics, and avoid synthetic fibers and dark colors.
• Don’t exercise outdoors and avoid overly crowded places during peak heat hours. Around 3:00 pm is considered to be the hottest time of the day.

Additionally, to prevent power outages and fires, Con Ed recommends:

• Limit the use of large appliances, such as washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwaves, between 2 and 10 p.m.
• Use only one large appliance at a time in the home.
• Limit the use of air conditioning whenever possible. If you have multiple computers, turn on just one.
• Use fans to help circulate air. If you open windows or balconies, do not leave children unattended. Carefully check window guards periodically. Caps or screens are not safe substitutes.
• Turn off the air conditioning when you’re not home and use a timer to start cooling half an hour before you arrive. Set the highest temperature that is comfortable for you.

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