It is the second year in a row that a heat wave has hit the New York City region earlier than usual, as global warming is projected to worsen heat waves and make them more frequent, climate experts say.

New York-based utility Con Edison has asked customers to conserve energy during the ongoing heatwave, adding that it has reduced voltage by 8% in parts of eastern Brooklyn to protect equipment and keep power flowing as crews carry out repairs.

With Tuesday's extreme heat straining power systems and causing problems around the Tri-State Area, all of New York City is being asked to conserve power. Gov. Kathy Hochul released the following statement: "Since the beginning of this week's extreme heat,