Record-Breaking Heat Wave Expected to Hit New York City Ahead of July 4 Weekend

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Record-Breaking Heat Wave Expected to Hit New York City Ahead of July 4 Weekend

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A dangerous heatwave will impact a large swath of the US this week, bringing scorching temps during celebrations for America's 250th birthday.

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New York Is About to Feel Hotter Than Phoenix - WIRED.

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New York Is About to Feel Hotter Than Phoenix WIREDFourth of July Heat Wave Forecast: Here Are the Day-by-Day Temperatures

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The Washington PostFourth of July Heat Wave Forecast: Here Are the Day-by-Day Temperatures The New York TimesIt's going to be a hot July Fourth for much of the country NPRConnecticut's extreme hot weather protocol goes into effect today WFSBHeat wave will smash records in East, Midwest through July 4 The Weather Channel

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Temperatures this week could exceed 100 degrees.

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**Summary:** A record-breaking heat wave is expected to hit New York City ahead of the July 4 weekend, with temperatures forecasted to reach dangerous levels. Mayor Zohran Mamdani has signed an executive order aimed at protecting workers who must work outside. **Why It Matters:** This event highlights the growing concern