Con Edison temporarily cut power to about 9,800 customers in southwest Queens during Friday's heat wave. Crews set up dry ice distribution and city cooling centers for those affected.

A severe thunderstorm watch covers New York City Friday night, with damaging winds and lightning possible through 11 p.m.

Heat index values could top 105°F on Saturday, July 4. Late storms may bring damaging gusts; find cooling centers and safety tips.

An Extreme Heat Warning and Air Quality Alert are in effect. Highs near 104°F and heat-index up to 115°F—seek cool spaces and limit outdoor exertion.

The Department of Health has flagged five NYC beaches with high bacteria ahead of the July 4 weekend; swimmers are advised to avoid the water while follow-up testing continues.

A 9-foot shark was sighted off Point Lookout Thursday morning, prompting the Town of Hempstead to red-flag beaches while shark patrols combed the inlet.

Mid‑90s heat and dangerous humidity will stick around through July 4. Use cooling centers and avoid midday exertion.

A dangerous multi‑day heat hits NYC starting Wednesday. Highs in the 90s, air‑quality alerts, and rip‑current risks at area beaches.

An Extreme Heat Warning hits New York City on July 1, 2026. Expect highs in the 90s, little overnight relief, and an air‑quality advisory on June 30.

Patchy fog this morning in New York City. An Extreme Heat Watch runs July 1–3 with heat indices up to 105–110°F.

Dense fog this morning with highs near 81°F today. A dangerous midweek heat spike is likely July 1–3; find cooling centers and tips inside.

Muggy start to Saturday with spotty showers and a high near 78°F. Heat and humidity build into late next week—cooling centers and hydration recommended.

A 40-foot humpback washed ashore at Montauk's Ditch Plains early Friday; AMSEAS and state crews are coordinating response and assessing the carcass.