Event Summary

On 6/17/2024 at 12:00 AM a/an Extreme Heat Emergency event began to impact New York City. Event related weather hazards were felt in the Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn, Queens, and Staten Island. The event lasted until 6/23/2024 at 11:59 PM. Daily high temperatures reached the upper 80s to mid-90s°F, with the maximum reported heat index being 98. The city remained under multiple Heat Advisories during the week, prompting activation of the Heat Emergency Plan. Cooling centers were opened citywide, and agencies coordinated outreach to vulnerable populations. NYC Emergency Management advised residents to limit outdoor activity, stay hydrated, and check on at-risk neighbors during periods of high heat and humidity.