A severe power outage in Queens has left thousands of residents without electricity as a scorching heatwave grips the region, making an already unbearable situation even more miserable. The outage, which was reported in the early afternoon, has caused widespread disruptions, with many residents forced to seek shelter in cooling centers or rely on portable generators. The heatwave, which has seen temperatures soar to record highs, has put a strain on the power grid, with officials warning of potential blackouts throughout the city. As the summer heat continues to intensify, residents are bracing for a long night without power, and officials are working to restore electricity as soon as possible.
Power outage in Queens makes extreme heat more miserable CBS News
