New Yorkers Brace for Intense Heat Wave Next Week

As summer takes hold in the Northeast, New Yorkers are preparing for a heat wave expected to hit the state next week. AccuWeather meteorologists predict temperatures surpassing 90 degrees, indicating a potentially intense summer season ahead. The National Weather Service defines a heat wave as a prolonged period of excessively high temperatures lasting more than two days. Meteorologists emphasize caution as rising humidity levels and high temperatures are forecasted throughout the week, with daytime highs between 90-95 degrees and nighttime lows barely dropping below 70 degrees. Residents are advised to stay hydrated, use air conditioning, wear lightweight clothing, and take other measures to stay cool and safe during this period.