NYC, N.J. coping with another heat wave on the East Coast. Here's what to expect.
NEW YORK -- The First Alert Weather Team has put us on Red Alert through Wednesday due to excessive heat and humidity in New York City, New Jersey and the entire Tri-State Area. That heat and humidity will make it feel like 95-110.
Triple-digit heat indices spread into New York City Monday, making it one of the hottest days of the season thus far.
That said, the National Weather Service has placed the area under a Heat Advisory, with Excessive Heat Warnings posted for parts of Central and South Jersey.
To add insult to injury, a few storms hit the area on Monday afternoon and evening, bringing downpours, localized flooding, damaging winds and even some hail.
Warnings about extreme heat
During a Monday morning press conference, New York City Mayor Eric Adams and Emergency Management Commissioner Zach Iscol warned New Yorkers of of threat posed by the extreme heat.
"A heat wave can be deadly and life threatening if you are not prepared. The city is prepared," Adams said.
He said having a working air conditioner is the most effective way to guard against heat emergencies.
"Low income New Yorkers can apply to receive an AC for free through federal Home Energy Assistance Program," Adams said.
Adams also urged New Yorkers to do their part to reduce stress on the power grid. The city is reducing energy consumption at 600 city buildings.
"This heat is not normal. We've said it over and over again. Climate change is real. It is here. And it is a clear and present danger," Adams said.
MTA says it is ready for the heat
The MTA announced increased patrols to inspect rails, and additional personnel to fix weather-related issues.
"All of our cars are inspected when they go out of the yard and when they come back to make sure AC is functioning," MTA Chair and CEO Janno Lieber said. "LIRR, Metro North are also going to have waiting rooms open with AC for everyone to cool off."
What about the rest of the week?
Temperatures spike tomorrow with heat indices near 105 in the city and 110 across the interior. The only good news is the dew points may not be quite as high, so that may offer a little relief. The bottom line, however, is it's going to be dangerously hot, so plan for it.
Wednesday will remain hot and humid with strong thunderstorms likely in the afternoon and evening.
You can always get the latest forecast and alerts from the First Alert Weather Team.
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