Mayor Bowser Activates Hot Weather Emergency for Wednesday, July 5 – Saturday, July 8
Date Released:
Wed, 07/05/2023
(Washington, DC) – Mayor Muriel Bowser has activated a Hot Weather Emergency on Wednesday, July 5 through Saturday, July 8, when heat indexes are expected to reach 95 degrees Fahrenheit or higher for four consecutive days.
When the forecasted heat index is 95 degrees Fahrenheit or higher for at least four consecutive days, the District Government, through the Department of Human Services (DHS) and the Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency (HSEMA), activates a hot weather emergency and stands up cooling centers for residents seeking relief from the heat.
