The heat wave scorched the east coast, breaking records in various cities across the nation. Washington D.C. reached 105° and New York City was at 99°F.
NY Times reported that at least 36 deaths were attributed to the heat, while the Weather Channel reported as high as 46. The extreme heat also caused highways to buckle and trains to derail.
Washington D.C.’s record was just one degree shy of its all-time record, set back in 1930. The temperature reached triple digit by noon and reached 105°F by 4:18 p.m. Although it reached its record-high 106°F briefly, it lasted less than three minutes and was not counted.
Even in the evening, the temperature was above 90°F, making it difficult for residents to sleep.
In NYC, the temperature reached 99°F on Saturday.
According to NOAA’s National Climatic Data Center, there were 4,920 daily, 827 monthly, and 263 all-time records.
“The number of record highs tied or broken across the nation is staggering,” wrote the Weather Channel.
Although next week will see some relief as temperatures is expected to drop, here are some helpful tips on staying cool over the weekend, provided by Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
CDC suggested people to wear light-colored, loose-fitting, breathable clothing. When going outside, it is advised to wear hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen of SPF 15 or higher at least 30 minutes before heading out. CDC also suggested drinking a lot of water to stay hydrated and avoid caffeine, alcohol, and sugar.
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