Binghamton, NY – Record-setting temperatures scorched parts of New York and Pennsylvania today, shattering decades-old benchmarks. Residents across the region felt the intense heat, which topped out in the mid-90s at several major airports.
According to the U.S. National Weather Service Binghamton NY, Syracuse, Binghamton, and Scranton-Wilkes Barre Airports all recorded new high temperatures. Syracuse reached a sweltering 95°F, breaking the previous record of 93°F set in 1949. Binghamton’s airport hit 91°F, surpassing its 1975 record of 88°F. Meanwhile, Scranton-Wilkes Barre Airport in Pennsylvania also saw 95°F, exceeding its 1908 and 1923 record of 94°F.
The extreme heat poses risks for vulnerable populations and those without adequate cooling. Residents are urged to stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, and check on elderly neighbors. Local cooling centers may open in affected cities as the heatwave continues. This event echoes the widespread heat of summer 2022, which saw similar record-breaking temperatures across the Northeast.
These elevated temperatures are expected to persist through Wednesday, with heat advisories likely to remain in effect. Stay tuned for further updates from local weather authorities regarding potential relief or extended warnings.
