Today, Friday and tomorrow, Saturday, the heat and humidity will continue to punish NYC and the tri-state area, generating not only discomfort, but also health risks and power outages. due to the excess of activated air conditioners.
At the moment it is registering a wind chill of 106F (41C) and inclement sun (10 Max UV Index) considered “unhealthy”, according to AccuWeather.
He New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (NYSDEC) has issued a health and air quality alert for the following counties: New York, Bronx, King, Queens, Richmond, Nassau, Suffolk, Westchester, Rockland, Orange, Putnam, from 11 am to 11 pm today Friday, he highlighted The Weather Network.
In NYC there are more than 500 cooling centers where the population can take shelter from the heat. To find the closest one, the access rules -some are only for seniors- and the hours of operation, New Yorkers can call 311 or visit this portal. Las Public pools are also open in all five boroughs. from 11 am to 7 pm (they close one hour for sanitation from 3 to 4 pm) and there are active water fountains to cool off in various squares, parks and streets. FDNY reminds that fire hydrants they can only be legally opened by your staff.
In New York City, most heat-related deaths occur in homes or other spaces without air conditioning. But some people don’t have equipment or don’t turn it on because of high electric bills or other reasons, he said. ABC News.
Weather updates can be found here and in the portal of National Weather Service (NWS-NY). Further details here about the forecast in counties of New York and Jersey and on this page NBC News Weather.
NYC Health Commissioner Dr. Ashwin Vasan has called on New Yorkers to not only take care of themselves but to be aware of their neighbors and relatives, especially babies, the elderly and people with risk disease.
How to beat the heat in a city as congested as New York?
Under no circumstances leave children and pets locked in a car, because this can be deadly, even in minutes. The American Academy of Pediatrics advises that the internal temperature of a car, regardless of whether the windows are closed or open, can rise up to 40 degrees F (4.5C) in an hour, even if the thermometer outside reads about 70F (21C). Most of the temperature rise occurs within the first 15-30 minutes, and no amount of shade is enough to protect children from these hazardshighlights FDNY.
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Another hot and humid day is expected with temps in the 90s and heat index values into the 90s and lower 100s. Here is the latest briefing for the heat through Saturday. Don’t forget to stay hydrated, check on the elderly, and never leave anyone (or pets) alone in a closed car. pic.twitter.com/jGDvdPnjiy
— NWS New York NY (@NWSNewYorkNY) July 28, 2023
Tips to prevent and treat hyperthermia (high body temperature):
Drink enough liquid during the day, both water and vegetable and fruit juices. Avoid coffee and alcohol. If your home does not have air conditioning or fans, keep the shades and windows closed during the day and open at night. Avoid the sun. Prolonged exposure always has negative consequences. Try to wear cotton clothes or natural, fresh and light fabrics, and avoid synthetic fibers and dark colors. Do not exercise outdoors and avoid crowded places during peak heat hours. It is considered that around 3:00 pm is the hottest time of the day.
Additionally, to avoid power outages and fires, Con Ed recommends:
Limit the use of large appliances, such as washers, dryers, dishwashers, and microwaves, between the hours of 2 and 10 pm 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 only one.
Use fans to help circulate air. If you open the windows or balconies, do not leave children unsupervised. Carefully check window guards periodically. Lids or screens are not safe substitutes. Turn off the air conditioner 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. See more
With today’s heat advisory, we remind everyone not to forget about their four-legged family members. Don’t leave them outside all day or leave them in a vehicle without proper ventilation. pic.twitter.com/OFcr4gyHB8
— NYPD NEWS (@NYPDnews) July 27, 2023
2023-07-28 15:11:00
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