A message from Craig Hammerman, District Manager of Community Board 6:

Please be advised that the City’s network of cooling centers will be opening on July 5th, per their announcement below.

Try to avoid being outdoors during the hottest part of the day, remember to use sun screen and hydrate, hydrate, hydrate!

Following this weekend’s 4th of July celebrations, New Yorkers can expect a week of hot and humid weather. Temperatures will climb into the 90s on Sunday and will remain in the mid- to high 90s for most of the week, with heat indices in the upper 90s.

Cooling Centers: New York City cooling centers will open Monday, July 5, until further notice to help New Yorkers beat the heat. Call 311 or use the cooling center finder beginning Monday at 9 AM to find a cooling center near you.

Conserve Energy: During periods of extremely hot and humid weather, electricity use rises, which can cause power disruptions. Use air conditioners only when you’re home, and only in rooms you’re using. If you want to cool your home before you return, set a timer that turns on no more than 30 minutes before you arrive. Turn off nonessential appliances.

Health & Safety: Stay out of the sun if possible and remember to drink plenty of water. Check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to the heat.