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What is a heat advisory? Excessive heat warning? Heat wave?

NYC once again faces summer's swelter. Because heat can be deadly, understanding heat related advisories, watches and warnings can save lives.

Aug 6

What to know as N.Y., N.J. deals with extreme heat

The Tri-State Area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.

Jul 15

East Coast Heat Wave Continues Through Fourth Of July Holiday

Maps show this July 4th could be hottest ever in parts of U.S.

Extremely dangerous heat, coupled with humidity, could result in heat index readings of 100 to 115 degrees from the Midwest to the East Coast, forecasters said.

Jul 3

What to know as N.Y., N.J. deals with extreme heat

The New York, New Jersey area is dealing with extreme heat as cooling centers, pools, parks and other resources try to keep residents cool.

Jul 3

NYC officials urge residents to stay safe during extreme heat

Officials are urging New Yorkers to stay in the AC, stay hydrated and limit time outside as the heat wave continues. CBS News New York's Natalie Duddridge reports.

Jul 3

Asbury Park beachgoers trying to beat the heat during extreme stretch of weather

Beaches down the shore are packed as residents and visitors try to cool down during the heat wave. CBS News New York's Christine Sloan reports.

Jul 2

NYC Mayor Mamdani tells New Yorkers to set thermostat to 78 degrees

Mayor Zohran Mamdani is urging New Yorkers to conserve energy during the heat wave.

Jul 2

Cooling centers, pools, other NYC resources available during extreme heat

NYC Emergency Management Commissioner Christina Farrell talks about what New Yorkers can do to deal with the extremely hot weather lingering for the next few days.

Jul 2

NYC bracing for extreme heat with cooling centers, other preparations

Preparations are already underway for New Yorkers to stay safe during the heat wave ahead of the Fourth of July holiday weekend. CBS News New York's Christina Fan reports.

Jul 1

NYC to activate extreme heat response during dangerous temperatures

Hundreds of cooling centers, cooling vans and stations will open across all five boroughs to help keep residents safe during extreme heat.

Jun 30

Heat stroke symptoms to watch for in people and pets

Heat is the number one weather related killer in the U.S., and heat stroke is the most serious illness. Here are the symptoms to watch for in people and pets.

Jun 29

Newark activates Code Red through Friday night due to heat

With the temperatures rising into the 90s and a dangerous heat index, Newark, New Jersey, is activating a Code Red warning to keep residents and soccer fans attending World Cup festivals safe.

Jun 11

Some New Jersey schools shut down early due to dangerous heat

Day two of potentially dangerous heat means early dismissal for some New Jersey students. CBS News New York's Vanessa Murdock reports.

May 20

Experts offer advice on how to navigate the ongoing deep freeze

CBS News New York's Dave Carlin spoke to plumbers, home repair techs and hardware store workers about steps that can be taken to stay warm inside your home.

Jan 27

Heat impact on NYC transit systems

Masoud Ghandehari, a civil engineer at NYU Tandon to talk about how extreme heat impacts transit systems.

Aug 1, 2025

First Alert Weather: Extreme heat getting even hotter in NYC

CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.

Jul 29, 2025

First Alert Weather: Heat wave likely this week around Tri-State

CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.

Jul 28, 2025

New Yorkers coping with first day of what could be a heat wave

The city and surrounding area are all under a heat advisory for the next few days. CBS News New York's Tony Sadiku and Allen Devlin have team coverage.