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WEATHER ALERT: Newark Activates Cooling Centers for this Week’s Heatwave

Newark

Newark city officials issued a heat advisory for tomorrowFor the week of July 19th.

Official said between noon and 8 p.m. tomorrow’s heat index values and high humidity are predicted to be near 100 degrees Fahrenheit.

Residents may visit one of the following area recreational centers listed below.

Newark residents are advised to take precautions to prevent serious illness that can result from the heat, especially among vulnerable individuals such as seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health conditions.

Residents should also drink water at regular intervals, use air conditioning to stay cool, go to a place that has air conditioning if it is not available at home and limit strenuous activity.

Please call 911 if you or someone you know begins exhibiting two or more of the following symptoms:

Hot, dry or cold clammy skin; Trouble breathing; Rapid heartbeat; Confusion, disorientation, or dizziness; Nausea and vomiting.

Residents are also asked to check in on vulnerable friends, family members and neighbors to help them stay cool.

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