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Heat Emergency Grips Midwest and Northeast: How to Stay Safe

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Submitted by GovOneStop on July 1, 2026 - 11:00am
Heat Emergency Grips Midwest and Northeast: How to Stay Safe, Find Cooling Centers, and Protect Vulnerable Groups A record-setting heatwave is impacting millions across the Midwest, Northeast, and Mid-Atlantic through July 4-5, 2026. Extreme heat warnings are in effect for major cities, with heat indices reaching up to 115°F. The most vulnerable—elderly, children, low-income residents, outdoor workers, people with disabilities, and pets—face the highest risks. Official guidance urges everyone to stay cool, hydrated, and informed, and to use cooling centers when needed.

Keep Pets Safe From the Heat

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Keep Pets Safe From the Heat

Climate change has brought devastating and dangerous weather, including extreme temperatures, to many locations across the planet. The combination of rising temperatures, thick humidity, and stale wind are impacting people, businesses, and pets. This summer, a number of households have experienced life threatening heat. The late-June heat wave left hundreds dead in the Pacific Northwest and British Columbia. So what can we do to prepare for the next heat wave and keep our pets safe?
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