NYC placed under alert for 100-degree weather, heavy storms on Tuesday
Briefly

New Yorkers should prepare for temperatures close to 100 degrees on July 8, with a heat advisory in effect from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The National Weather Service indicates that the heat index could reach 100, putting vulnerable populations at risk. Residents are encouraged to stay in cool locations such as libraries or NYC Cooling Centers due to forecasted thunderstorms and the influence of Tropical Storm Chantal. The storm will bring heavy rain and potential for flash flooding, with rainfall totals reaching one to two inches in some areas.
New Yorkers should expect temperatures nearing 100 degrees on Tuesday, July 8, due to a heat advisory with heat index values reaching 100 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
People without air conditioning, older adults, and those with chronic health conditions are most at risk during the heat advisory.
People are advised to seek cool areas such as libraries or NYC Cooling Centers, especially with thunderstorms forecasted due to Tropical Storm Chantal.
Tropical Storm Chantal has caused extensive flood damage in North Carolina and will lead to downpours and flash flooding in New York City.
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