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
Don’t forget hanging out at the air conditioned bank atm!
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A train to the Rockaways. Cannot beat it!
Good point!
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3moI’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.