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Heat advisory issued for much of upstate NY: See how hot it will get
The National Weather Service in Buffalo has issued a for Sunday, July 6, from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., affecting much of Western and Central New York.
are expected to reach the upper 90s to around 100 degrees, increasing the risk of heat-related illnesses.
Western NY: Niagara, Orleans, Monroe, Wayne, Northern Cayuga, Oswego, Genesee, Livingston, and Ontario Counties
Central NY: Onondaga, Seneca, and Southern Cayuga Counties
What experts advise: What's the best temperature to set your AC to this summer?
Stay hydrated and remain in air-conditioned spaces.
Avoid strenuous activity during peak heat. Reschedule to early morning or evening if possible.
Wear light, loose-fitting clothing.
Never leave children or pets in vehicles, even briefly.
Check on elderly relatives and neighbors.
Know signs of heat exhaustion (dizziness, nausea, excessive sweating) and heat stroke (confusion, fainting, no sweating) — seek immediate medical help if symptoms appear.
Outdoor workers are urged to take frequent breaks in shaded or cool areas, per OSHA recommendations.
This article originally appeared on Rochester Democrat and Chronicle: Heat advisory issued for much of upstate NY: See how hot it will get
