The extreme heat is prompting several weather advisories for the New York City area Friday. A severe thunderstorm watch has been issued for the entire Tri-State Area through 9 p.m.
Temperatures skyrocket this afternoon, with highs in the 90s. That’s only half of the story, however, as dew points flirt with 70 degrees. That said, the heat index is 100-105 degrees, on average, with parts of New Jersey feeling like 105-110 degrees.
It’s also a First Alert Weather Day as we deal with the high temperatures and humidity.
Extreme heat warning for northern and central N.J.
An extreme heat warning, formerly known as an excessive heat warning, has been issued for parts of New Jersey from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday. These areas will experience temperatures that feel like 105 to 110 degrees…