Temperatures are expected to reach the low 90s Wednesday afternoon and the National Weather Service has even issued an air quality alert.
In Wantagh and Seaford, there are plenty of ways to beat to heat.
Escape to the ocean: While and Beaches are nearby, there are on Long Island if you want to remain in your air conditioned vehicle for a longer drive.
Play in a pool: The Pool in Wantagh is remaining open until 8 p.m. today. The Pool is not slated to open until June 25.
Cooling center: The Town of Hempstead has announced that cooling centers are open to the public from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. The closest area cooling center open today is the at 1150 Seamans Neck Road.
Catch a flick: has air condtioned theaters. The first movie, Rock of Ages, starts at 12:50 p.m. To check the full movie schedule at Seaford Cinemas today, click here.
Eat something cool: , , and all offer cold, sweet treats.
Catch up on some reading: The and offer a cool setting for some reading fun.