A significant heat alert is now in place after the National Weather Service office in Mount Holly, New Jersey issued an Extreme Heat Watch starting June 28th at 2:11 PM Eastern Time.
The watch remains in effect through the evening of July 4th, ending at 8:00 PM Eastern Time — covering nearly the entire Independence Day holiday weekend.
An Extreme Heat Watch means that conditions are favorable for a dangerous heat event in the coming days. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, limit time outdoors during peak afternoon hours, and check on elderly neighbors, young children, and pets who may be especially vulnerable to extreme heat.
If you do not have air conditioning at home, local cooling centers may be available in your area. Residents should monitor updated forecasts from the National Weather Service as the holiday weekend approaches.
