Westchester Insider: Westchester County Government: WESTCHESTER COUNTY SHARES HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY, JULY 30.

 

WESTCHESTER COUNTY SHARES HEAT ADVISORY.

 

Heat Advisory Remains in Effect Through 8 p.m. on Wednesday, July 30.

 

(White Plains, NY) – The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Westchester County through Wednesday, July 30 at 8 p.m. During this period, heat index values are expected to reach in the upper 90s to lower 100s.

 

Beginning Wednesday, isolated thunderstorms may form and could bring the potential of flash flooding, with temperatures predicted to be around 97 degrees. Rain is expected to last through Friday afternoon, with scattered thunderstorms over the three-day period.

 

The Westchester County Health Department is cautioning residents to drink lots of water, avoid over-exertion, check on vulnerable family, friends and neighbors, and to be sure any animals housed outdoors have ample access to shade and water. Residents should never leave children or pets in a closed car, where temperatures can soar to dangerous levels very quickly.

 Seniors, children and those with chronic health problems are at an increased risk of heat illness. Those who lack air conditioning can visit a cooling center if their home becomes too warm. To find a location, visit https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/weather/cooling/