Brooklyn braces for hot weather; Brownsville, East New York & Coney face heightened risks

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As scorching temperatures grip the borough today, certain neighborhoods in Brooklyn face heightened risks due to heat vulnerability. While the extreme heat is a concern citywide, the Heat Vulnerability Index highlights specific areas where residents are particularly at risk. Brownsville, East New York, and Coney Island are among the neighborhoods identified as most vulnerable according to the city's index. The index considers factors such as access to air conditioning and green space. During this extreme heat, health experts recommend you stay hydrated, wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing, limit time outdoors, and avoid the sun during peak hours. Public beaches and pools offer great opportunities to cool off. For those without air conditioning, the city's cooling centers will be open today. Residents can find more information by visiting their website here. To learn more about the heat vulnerability index, visit the interactive heat vulnerability index website. "