NYC Cooling Centers Open As Heat Advisory Remains In Effect

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NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) -- Temperatures are set to reach 90 degrees again Tuesday, marking an official heat wave.

A heat advisory remains in effect as the humidity will make it feel more like the mid to upper 90s.

"As the heat wave continues, we urge people to stay safe," NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Joseph Esposito said in a statement. "Drink plenty of water, use air-conditioning or visit a cooling center, and avoid strenuous outdoor activity during the hottest part of the day."

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If you need a place to cool off, there are cooling centers open across the city through Wednesday. To find one near you, call 311 or visit the NYC Cooling Center Finder at www.nyc.gov/beattheheat.

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