Thursday Briefing: Excessive Heat Watch on Friday and Saturday
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for the NYC Metro on Friday and Saturday. The watch also includes New Jersey, Long Island and Connecticut. Dangerous levels of heat are likely during that time. Temperatures will rise into the upper 90’s, and high dew points will lead to Heat Index Values over 105 F.
This level of heat is dangerous for everyone, but especially for sensitive groups. There are several heat safety tips available on our resource page. The most important thing is to stay hydrated, but it is also recommended that you significantly reduce exposure to the sun. Keep a close eye on children, the elderly and pets.