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Extreme Heat Information and Safety Tips


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 Heat Risk Tool: https://www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/heatrisk/

  • Extreme heat is the leading cause of weather-related fatalities in the United States.
  • A prolonged period of heat and humidity is anticipated to begin Monday in the Genesee Valley and Finger Lakes, and then affect the entire State Tuesday through Friday. 
  • This weather event may bring historic consecutive days of extreme heat to the I90 corridor. 
  • A combination of high temperatures in the 90s and high humidity will lead to heat index values or “feel-like” temperatures in the upper 90’s to mid-100’s for consecutive days in the Capital Region, and Central, Western and Northern New York. 
  • The heat is expected to peak by Thursday with day and nighttime temperatures 5 to 15 degrees above normal.
  • New Yorkers should monitor local weather forecasts for the most up-to-date information. 
  • For a complete listing of weather watches, warnings, advisories and latest forecasts, visit the National Weather Service website. 

Safety Tips

  • Stay hydrated! Water is preferred. 
  • Limit your outdoor activities and don’t exercise outside between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
  • When working in the heat you should drink one cup (8 ounces) of water every 15 – 20 minutes. Even if you’re not thirsty, drink 24-32 ounces of water per hour.
  • Wear light clothing and sunscreen.
  • Stay cool by staying in the air-conditioning, if possible.
  • If you don’t have access to air conditioning, it may be cooler outside in the shade.
  • NEVER leave people or pets in a vehicle.
  • The inside temperature of a car can quickly reach 120 degrees, even with the windows cracked.
  • Do not rely on electric fans as your main source of cooling, although they may provide comfort, when temperatures rise above 90 degrees they do not prevent heat related illness.
  • Check your local forecast and sign up for weather alerts that will come right to your phone at alert.ny.gov. 

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