The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned that tens of millions of Americans are currently under heat advisories as high temperatures continue to impact the Midwest and East Coast this week.
Much of the Midwest and Northeast was under heat warnings or watches. Officials announced the opening of cooling centers and urged people to limit outdoor activities when possible and to check in with family members and neighbors who may be vulnerable to the heat.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said on June 18 that she has activated the National Guard to assist in any heat emergencies that develop over the next several days.
“This is a time of significant risk and we’re doing our best to make sure that all lives are protected,” she said during a morning briefing.
