US heatwave puts 160 million on alert, sparks energy emergency; Mamdani asks New Yorkers to stay indoors

Jul 1, 2026 - 18:00
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US heatwave puts 160 million on alert, sparks energy emergency; Mamdani asks New Yorkers to stay indoors
As a heat wave grips much of the US, the Department of Energy has declared an emergency. With 160 million people on alert, Secretary Chris Wright directed electrical grid PJM to prevent blackouts and manage electricity supply, anticipating record peak demand amid rising temperatures.

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