Community Board 1, Queens

It is June and extreme heat is approaching us New York City. Join NYC Emergency Management and the NYC Office of Mass Engagement to learn how the City prepares for heat emergencies, the health risks associated with extreme heat, and the resources available to help New Yorkers stay safe all summer long.

📆June 3, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
💻 Virtual on Zoom

Register today tinyurl.com/beattheheat-nyc

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