New York: it's hot out there, and the power grid is working overtime to keep us cool.
Set your AC to 78 degrees, turn off lights/electronics you're not using, and unplug what you can.
Our City is doing its part too: maintaining the 78 degrees rule in our buildings, dimming/turning off our lights during peak electricity demand, asking private partners to do the same, and powering down non-essential equipment.
A stable grid means the AC stays on, and lives are saved. Let's ease demand — and get through the heat — together.
Since January 1, we have seen the fewest murders, shooting victims and shooting incidents in our city's history, and the safest start of the year in public housing.
This progress is the result of the hard work of the members of the NYPD and tens of thousands of public servants across City government who keep New Yorkers safe every day.
We're not resting on our laurels. We will continue the work of building a city where everyone is safe.
Today, New York City hit triple-digits for the first time in over a decade — and the heat wave will continue tomorrow.
Take steps now to keep you and your neighbors safe.
🧊Stay in AC and stay hydrated.
🚪Check on your neighbors, especially older adults and people with disabilities.
🔎If you don’t have AC, make a plan to stay cool and find a cooling center at https://t.co/2dOJ1xIaR9.
🏊♀️Take a plunge — Olympic — and intermediate-sized pools are open daily until 8:30 PM and city beaches are open daily until 6 PM.
💦Find spray showers and misting locations at https://t.co/UYaId8ggx4.
🚨Lastly, protect New York’s energy grid by setting your AC to 78°F and powering off all non-essential electronics.
Text NOTIFYNYC to 692-692 for emergency updates.
Call 311 if you see someone outside who may need assistance and 911 for medical emergencies.
Learn more at https://t.co/Iqa7gXBq7R