The National Weather Service has issued an extreme heat warning for June 23 until 8 p.m. and several days of the week will be under a heat advisory.
With a heat index expected to exceed 100 degrees, Broome County Transit will be offering free rides to help residents escape the hot weather until June 25.
There are also several cooling stations available around Broome County.
Where to find cooling stations in Broome County
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This article originally appeared on Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin: How to keep cool during extreme heat in Binghamton: Free BC Transit, cooling stations
Reporting by Kalyn Grant, Binghamton Press & Sun Bulletin / Binghamton Press & Sun-Bulletin
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