As a record-breaking heatwave bears down on the city, Mayor Zohran Mamdani has taken decisive action to safeguard workers who toil outdoors in sweltering conditions. An executive order signed by the Mayor is set to provide critical protections for those on the frontlines of the city's economy, including construction workers, delivery personnel, and street vendors. With temperatures expected to soar above 100 degrees this week, the order aims to prevent heat-related illnesses and ensure that all necessary measures are in place to keep workers safe and healthy. The move is seen as a crucial step in protecting the city's most vulnerable workers from the dangers of extreme heat.
Mayor Zohran Mamdani signed an executive order that aims to protect people who work outdoors. Temperatures this week could exceed 100 degrees.
