Heat Warning Extended For Hudson County; Cooling Centers Open

HUDSON COUNTY, NJ — As the temperature is expected to pass 90 degrees in Hudson County into the weekend, the county extended the dates for opening its cooling centers through Saturday.

Officials in North Jersey have advised people to stay inside, stay hydrated, check on neighbors and senior citizens. They warned, "It is NOT okay to leave a child or pet in a locked vehicle even for a moment as temperatures can rise quite quickly. It is also imperative to lock all parked vehicles so children cannot accidentally lock themselves inside while playing games like hide and seek."

Several children have died this way in recent years, including two in the U.S. just this week.

The list of free Hudson County cooling centers is here.

Listed centers include Union City, Secaucus, and Kearny, although some have asked why other towns, particularly Jersey City, don't have any listed.

Some towns are designating public spaces such as public libraries, shopping centers, recreation, and senior centers as cooling centers.

All age groups are at risk for heat stroke so please take necessary precautions if you have to be outdoors, including wearing sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses and staying properly hydrated.