NYC Emergency Management Urges New Yorkers To Prepare For Extreme Heat & Thunderstorms This Week

The New York City Emergency Management Department (NYCEM) urges New Yorkers to take precautions during the hot weather expected on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect both Thursday and Friday from 12:00PM to 8:00PM. Temperatures are expected to reach the low 90s on Thursday and Friday, with heat indices up to 100°F degrees (37 Celsius) on Thursday, June 11 and heat indices above 90°F degrees on Friday, June 12. Thunderstorms are likely both Thursday and Friday evening.

There is a potential for isolated to scattered thunderstorms with localized heavy downpours mainly during the evening commute on Wednesday. There is a slight chance that some thunderstorms may be severe. Thunderstorms can also bring local winds gusts between 30-40 mph.

During periods of extreme heat, New Yorkers and visitors should use air conditioning to stay cool, go to a place that has air conditioning if it is not available at home, stay hydrated by drinking water at regular intervals, and limit strenuous activity, especially during the hottest parts of the day.

“The City works year-round to prepare for heat emergencies and help New Yorkers stay safe when dangerous temperatures arrive,” said New York City Emergency Management Commissioner Christina Farrell. “Make sure that you drink lots of water, use air conditioning or get to an air-conditioned space, and sign up for Notify NYC to stay safe and informed this summer.”