Preparing for a Heat Wave: Avoid Alcohol and Strenuous Activity

Preparing for a heat wave: Avoid alcohol and strenuous activity

EAST HARLEM, Manhattan (PIX11) -- This extreme heat is more than uncomfortable. It can kill. More than  500 New Yorkers die from heat-related causes each year, making it deadlier than some hurricanes, floods, and winter storms. More Local News New York City officials want New Yorkers to be prepared. For the next three days, the heat and humidity will keep building, with the heat index value reaching up to 105 degrees. And those most vulner…

Dangerous heat, humidity to start week will feel like 100 to 105 degrees in N.J.

New Jersey's forecast calls for a break from the heat by later this week, with the potential for below normal temperatures ahead of the weekend.

Heat and humidity to grip New York City as another sweaty summer week kicks off

New Yorkers should prepare for another high electricity bill next month as another wave of heat and humidity is set to envelop the city this week.

NYC Officials Warn Residents to Stay Safe Amid Intense Heat Wave

New York City emergency and health officials are urging residents to take precautions as a severe heat wave hits the area from Monday through Wednesday, with heat indexes soaring between the upper 90s and 105°F. Tuesday is expected to be the hottest day. In response, the city has activated its Heat Emergency Plan, opening cooling […]