Metropolitan Transportation Authority’s Post

It's toasty out there—here are a few tips to beat this heat! 1. Take public transit to the beach! You can get to Coney Island, the Rockaways, and Orchard Beach via the subway or bus. You can also take Long Island Rail Road to many beaches on Long Island...all without needing a car! Read our full guide: https://lnkd.in/etXrA9_C 2. Use City of New York’s Cool Options map to locate cooling centers, which includes The New York Public Library locations and older adult centers: https://lnkd.in/epBeXtnc 3. Explore NYC Department of Parks & Recreation's Cool It! Guide that features spray showers, public drinking fountains, shaded streets and more: https://lnkd.in/epZesCXF 4. Visit one of the many museums across our region! Example: Take Metro-North Railroad to Hudson River Museum right near Glenwood Station. 5. Stay hydrated, walk in the shade, wear sunscreen, and take regular breaks from physical activity! More Extreme Heat advice can be found on the New York State Department of Health website: https://lnkd.in/dfJMamH

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Javan Blackshear

Aspiring Urban Planner | Urbanism, Real Estate Development and Management Enthusiast | Eager to Connect and Learn

3mo

I’ve followed tip #1 multiple times. I love Coney Island and the Rockaways. Here is a tip to feel really cool at Coney Island. Walk the Steeplechase Pier. It’s better than air conditioning.

David Lengel

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2mo

Don’t forget hanging out at the air conditioned bank atm!

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Bruce Thorne

Principal at Bruce Thorne Agency

3mo

A train to the Rockaways. Cannot beat it!

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