"Scorching Temperatures and Stormy Weather on the Horizon for New York. A First Alert Weather Day has been issued for Thursday, August 5, as a potent combination of heat and thunderstorms is set to sweep across the Empire State. Residents can expect temperatures to soar into the mid-90s, accompanied by oppressive humidity, making it feel like a sweltering 100 degrees or more. With the heat index expected to rise, officials are warning of a heightened risk of heat-related illnesses, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and young children. As the day wears on, a line of thunderstorms is forecast to develop, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and potentially even severe weather to parts of New York."
First Alert Weather Day Thursday for heat, storms in New York - 8/5/26 CBS News
