The extreme heat that’s blanketing much of the impact is having major impacts on the Triangle’s major cities. While many people find creative ways to take cover and beat the oppressive temperatures, some city services in Raleigh are taking protective measures for their employees.
For the second straight day on Wednesday, the members of Raleigh’s Solid Waste Services team out collecting garbage, were called in due to the heat index rising above 105.
“We want all of our employees that come in to work to go home safe as well,” said Gregory Jenkins II, Interim Director of Solid Waste Services…