NYC Emergency Management: Coping with Extreme Heat and Election Day Safety

Coping with Extreme Heat

• ⚠️ New Yorkers are urged to take the current heatwave seriously and look out for their neighbors.
• ⏰ To minimize exposure, outdoor activities like voting or chores should be done before 11:00 a.m. or after 6:00 p.m.
• 📍 Cooling centers with air conditioning are available throughout the city; find locations at nyc.gov/beattheheat.
• 🏖️ While pools are not opening early, city beaches are accessible until 6:00 p.m.

Election Day Preparedness

• 🗳️ The city is working with the Board of Elections to ensure voters can cast their ballots safely during the heatwave.
• 💧 Over 4,000 cases of water have been delivered to polling locations.
• 💨 More than 400 industrial fans have been deployed to polling sites.
• ⚡ Contingencies, including generators, are in place to address potential power outages.
• 🤝 Utility partners have additional crews ready to respond to any outages.

Collaboration and Preparedness

• 🌐 The NYC Emergency Management team is collaborating with the National Weather Service, utility partners, healthcare providers, and the Board of Elections.
• 🗓️ Preparations are ongoing, addressing not only the immediate heat event but also ensuring civic participation during dangerous temperatures.