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New York City braces for another heat wave as a heat advisory is issued through Friday, with high humidity pushing the 'feels like' temperature toward 104F. Cooling centers will reopen, cooling vans will be deployed, and city crews will clear drainage basins in preparation for possible rain and flash floods, while officials urge vulnerable residents to seek air-conditioned spaces and check on neighbors.
Camp Mystic in Kerr County has withdrawn its license renewal and will not reopen for campers this summer after last year’s July 4 flood that killed 25 campers and two counselors. The decision follows a grueling Texas Legislature hearing, and comes amid ongoing investigations, lawsuits, and state safety reforms that require stronger emergency plans and evacuation measures. Regulators found deficiencies in the camp’s emergency plan, and the Texas Department of State Health Services and Rangers are examining care of children, while families demand accountability. Gov. Abbott expressed condolences as the camp, with a century-long history, pauses operations this year.
Texas health officials say Camp Mystic must overhaul its emergency and safety plans before reopening at the Cypress Lake site, addressing deficiencies such as floodplain mapping, an emergency coordinator, evacuation and natural-disaster plans, an emergency warning system, clear staff responsibilities, and better coordination with local authorities and parents; the camp has 45 days to resubmit corrected plans.
Cities along the path of the upcoming total solar eclipse in April 2024 are bracing for massive crowds and traffic congestion, with hotels, rentals, and campgrounds nearly sold out and listed at high prices. Officials are preparing emergency plans and warning about road safety precautions, as thousands of visitors are expected to flock to towns along the eclipse's path of totality, causing chaotic conditions. Transportation departments in several states are advising drivers to be alert for pedestrians and not to wear eclipse glasses while driving, while city officials are encouraging people to stay a few extra days after the eclipse to avoid gridlock traffic.
As Tropical Storm Idalia approaches North Carolina, several school districts have decided to cancel classes or switch to remote learning. State leaders at the Emergency Operations Center have discussed emergency plans, urging people to stay off the roads and heed emergency alerts. Emergency crews, including the National Guard, are prepared to respond, with swift water rescue teams on high alert. The state is working with utility companies to address potential outages. North Carolina has declared a state of emergency, and the Department of Transportation and Duke Energy are ready to respond. Counties are opening shelters and taking precautions for potential flooding.