An extreme heat warning is in effect through Saturday for much of the Tri-State area
NEW YORK (WABC) -- New York's Fourth of July weekend will start with another day of dangerous heat before relief arrives later in the holiday period. Friday officially marked the city's third straight day above 90 degrees, and Saturday is expected to reach 96 degrees with the heat index between 100 and 105 degrees.
While sunshine will dominate much of the day, scattered heavy thunderstorms could develop later in the afternoon and evening, potentially impacting fireworks displays and outdoor celebrations.
The heat wave will finally begin to ease on Sunday, with temperatures falling back into the 80s and a chance for showers developing later in the day. More widespread showers and thunderstorms are expected Sunday night into Monday, bringing the most significant relief from the oppressive heat and humidity.
Anyone heading outdoors for holiday festivities should stay hydrated, monitor air quality conditions, and keep an eye on the weather later Saturday as storms may become heavy in some locations.
Stick with Eyewitness News for the latest forecast and weather alerts.
Con Edison will distribute dry ice Saturday in Queens to customers who have lost power due to the heat wave.
Those impacted by the power outage should head to:
110-00 Rockaway Blvd at Resorts World Casino Lot C, which can be accessed from Aqueduct Road. Distribution will be from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. or as needed.
NJ Transit riders are continuing to experience major service disruptions Saturday morning as crews work to repair infrastructure damaged by severe storms that swept through the state Friday night.
According to NJ Transit, service remains suspended on the Morris & Essex Line, Gladstone Branch, Raritan Valley Line and North Jersey Coast Line due to storm-related damage.
Officials said repair crews remain on scene assessing and repairing damaged infrastructure. The Morris & Essex Line and North Jersey Coast Line are expected to remain suspended through Saturday morning while repairs continue.
Service has resumed on the Main, Bergen County, Port Jervis, Pascack Valley and Hoboken lines, though riders should expect residual delays.
Meanwhile, Northeast Corridor Line service is operating on or close to schedule after an earlier disabled train near Metuchen. NJ Transit said trains may still experience residual delays of up to 30 minutes in both directions. Eastbound trains are no longer using track-level boarding at New Brunswick, Edison and Metuchen.
NJ Transit is honoring rail tickets and passes on NJ Transit and private carrier buses, as well as PATH service at Newark Penn Station, Hoboken Terminal and 33rd Street in New York.
Customers are encouraged to check NJ Transit for the latest service updates and alternate travel options before heading out.
Several NJ Transit train lines have been suspended or delayed due to damage from severe storms that moved through the state on Friday night.
Due to damage from the severe storms that went through the state, train service is suspended on Morris and Essex, Gladstone Branch, Raritan Valley, and North Jersey Coast Lines. Crews have been deployed to assess and repair damage to the infrastructure. Service has resumed on Main, Bergen County, Port Jervis, Pascack Valley lines and Hoboken with residual delays. NJ TRANSIT rail tickets and passes are being cross honored on NJ TRANSIT and private carrier buses and PATH at Newark Penn Station, Hoboken Terminal, and 33rd Street, New York. Customers should visit http://njtransit.com/ABC for available alternate service information.
River Line service is suspended in both directions between Roebling and Cass Street Stations due to weather-related downed trees on the tracks near Roebling Station. Substitute bus service is being provided.
Northeast Corridor Line rail service is subject to up to 1-hour delays in both directions due to a disabled train near Metuchen. Eastbound trains are track-level boarding and deboarding at New Brunswick, Edison, and Metuchen. Stair use is required to access trains. Customers unable to use stairs should follow crew instructions or use stations with accessible services. Customers should visit njtransit.com/ABC for available alternate service information.
