Mamdani’s 78-degree heat rule sparks online roasting as NYC swelters
TL;DR
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani drew backlash online after recommending residents set their air conditioners to 78°F during a blistering heat wave that could push temperatures to 100°F, with critics calling the guidance impractical or political. Mamdani said the 78-degree rule would ease demand on the power grid and urged lighting and electronics to be minimized, while officials note DOE guidance of roughly 75–78°F and warned of high energy usage as NYC endures the hottest days since 2012. The backlash included jokes and mockery from critics and residents alike.
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