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The Hudson Valley region braces for another day of extreme heat as temperatures continue to soar on Wednesday (June 25). A heat advisory remains in effect for the entire area, excluding western Ulster County, until 7 p.m. The National Weather Service warns that the heat index could make it feel over 100 degrees in some locations, posing a risk for heat-related illnesses, especially for those outdoors.
The heat advisory, issued when the heat index feels like 95 to 104 degrees, is part of a larger extreme heat warning affecting parts of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey, and downstate New York. The National Weather Service emphasizes the importance of taking precautions, such as rescheduling strenuous activities to early morning or evening hours.
According to lohud.com, temperatures are expected to reach 96 degrees, with the heat index making it feel like 101 degrees or higher. Relief is expected as temperatures are forecasted to drop into the 70s on Thursday (June 26), with a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms.
The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation has also issued an air quality alert, noting that ground-level ozone pollutants could exceed safe levels. The air quality index for the region was measured as "Good" early in the morning, but it is expected to worsen as temperatures rise.
Residents are advised to stay indoors, limit physical activity, and remain hydrated to avoid heat-related illnesses. The heat wave is part of a larger pattern affecting much of the East Coast, with record-breaking temperatures reported in major cities like New York City and Philadelphia.