As New York City roasts under a massive heat wave, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was roasted online for urging New Yorkers to keep their air conditioners set at a tepid 78 degrees despite the blistering temperatures.
"New York: it's hot out there, and the power grid is working overtime to keep us cool," the mayor said. "Set your AC to 78 degrees, turn off lights and electronics you're not using, and unplug what you can. Our city is doing its part, too: maintaining the 78-degree rule in our buildings, dimming or turning off lights during peak electricity demand, asking private partners to do the same, and powering down non-essential equipment. A stable grid means the AC stays on, and lives are saved. Let's ease demand—and get through the heat—together."
