Forecast for today.
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Awaiting scorching temperatures, the National Weather Service (NWS) yesterday issued heat advisories from 11 a.m. Thursday through 8 p.m. tomorrow Friday across nearly the entire tri-state area, with the exception of the Jersey shore and parts of the Hudson Valley.
Summer heat and humidity returned to the tri-state area with a vengeance. In Central Park, the climatic midpoint in New York City, expect temperatures near or above 90 degrees F (32C), although the heat index level will make you feel at 100F (38C) or more, predicted NBC News.
On Saturday the thermometer would drop to 85F (30C), and on Sunday and Monday it would rise again to 90F (32C).
The NYC Department of Emergency Management (OEM) reminds that the combination of “heat and humidity can be dangerous, especially for people with health problems” and “cooling center” with air conditioning and swimming pools with free access have been activated. Four people have died this summer in NYC due to high temperatures.
Weather updates can be found here and on the weather portal. National Weather Service (NWS-NY). More 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.
- 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.
Additionally, to prevent power outages and fires, Con Ed recommends:
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