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

New York Times Tuesday 30 June 2026, 18:16 UTC By Joseph Goldstein 1 min read

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New York City endured a bout of extreme heat in May, but a more intense stretch is forecast for this week.

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