Weather
Air quality, heat advisories in effect locally through Tuesday evening as heat wave moves east
Heat index values are expected to reach 100 across the Long Island region, with more moderate temperatures on the South Fork. An air quality health advisory for ozone and a heat advisory are in effect through Tuesday evening.
Health
‘Oppressive heat and humidity’ forecast, with heat index expected to climb to 101° locally: heat advisory extended through Saturday evening
Temperatures in the 90s, high humidity will produce heat index values of 101° or more on Long Island, putting residents at risk of heat-related illnesses. A high heat advisory is now in effect through Saturday evening.
News
Citing capacity concerns, PSEG asks customers to cut electrical use this afternoon
PSEG Long Island is asking customers to cut all “non-essential” electrical use from 3 to 7 p.m. today due to excessive heat...
Weather
Riverhead opens cooling center at senior center in Aquebogue
The cooling center is located at the town’s Senior and Human Resource Center at 60 Shade Tree Lane in Aquebogue. It is open this afternoon until 4:30 and will be open from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. tomorrow and Wednesday, the town supervisor’s office said in a press release.
Weather
A heat wave is on the horizon
A prolonged period of heat and humidity is expected Saturday into early next week, according to the National Weather Service.
News
With ‘dog days’ of summer upon us, here are some tips for pet care in hot weather
With summer heat ramping up, the Suffolk County SPCA offers tips and advice for pet care during the 'dog days' of summer.
