Heat advisory in effect for NYC as temperatures soar

It is going to be an extremely hot few days this week.

A heat advisory is in effect for New York City until 8 p.m. Wednesday.

Today's heat advisory will last until 8 PM Wednesday.Take this heat seriously — check in on your neighbors, especially seniors or anyone with a health condition.Cooling centers are open if you or someone you know needs a safe space to cool off. Go to https://t.co/BTQhOT0Lte. pic.twitter.com/nLLmgJndR4— Mayor Bill de Blasio (@NYCMayor) August 10, 2020

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Tuesday will see highs of 90 degrees with feel-like temperatures near 95 degrees.

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Increased morning clouds and sun is predicted for Wednesday with high humidity and heat. The high will be around 89 degrees, but the feel-like temperatures will still be near 95 degrees.

Showers on Thursday will cool the area slightly, with a high of 88 degrees expected on Thursday.