Full Notification

PERTH AMBOY COOLING CENTERS DESIGNATED FOR
HIGH TEMPERATURES

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values from 100 to 105.

* WHERE... Portions of central, northern and southern New Jersey, southeast Pennsylvania and northern Delaware.

* WHEN...Until 8 PM EDT Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illness to occur.
 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...An extended period of dangerously hot and humid conditions is expected to continue through Sunday with high temperatures in the mid to upper 90s each day. There will not be much relief from the heat overnight with minimum temperatures in the mid to upper 70s each night. The highest Heat Indices are expected to occur today and Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS.... 

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.

Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.

PERTH AMBOY, NJ— The Office of Emergency Management has designated three cooling centers due to high temperatures.
  
Alexander F. Jankowski Community Center located at 1 Olive Street: 
Open M-F from 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Raritan Bay Area YMCA located at 357 New Brunswick Avenue:
Open M-F from 6:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. 
Saturday and Sunday: 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

If anyone sees a person who needs help, they are urged to call the Perth Amboy Police Department at 732-442-4400. If needed, transportation will be provided by local emergency responders. 

For all emergencies, dial 9-1-1. 
 
For additional information about the City of Perth Amboy, please visit:  www.perthamboynj.org