Tips for dealing with hot weather NBC10 Philadelphia [Video]

The weather is heating up with the first heat wave of 2024 becoming official just as summer arrives on Thursday, June 20.

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Philadelphia put a heat health emergency into effect at 8 a.m. on June 20 with temps expected to get steamy this weekend. The declaration means that city services can be geared to keeping vulnerable communities safe.

Heat Health Emergency now in effect for Philadelphia, activating city services and programs that provide relief from excessive heat and enhance care resources for vulnerable populations. Be mindful of your health and check on neighbors! Learn more here: https://t.co/EnErTh0wOn pic.twitter.com/X00e8v6kF7

— Philadelphia OEM (@PhilaOEM) June 20, 2024

Here is what to expect and tips for staying safe as temps remain hot into next week:

The temp hit 90 Thursday afternoon in Philadelphia, making the heat wave will official. High temps must hit 90 degrees or higher for three straight days for a heat wave to …