Jesse Addy: Mayor Mamdani, thanks for reaching out.
Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani: Oh, absolutely. Thank you for having me.
Addy: Alright, so in the grips of this heat wave, what do you want to get out to New Yorkers right now?
Mayor Mamdani: First and foremost, this goes beyond the typical heat that we would see in a summer. We're talking about what could be the hottest days the city has seen in more than a decade. What this means for New Yorkers [is] the importance of staying cool, staying hydrated and staying indoors as much as they can. Call 311 if there's anyone that you're concerned about. Heat is a serious thing, and we want to make it as easy as possible to be prepared over the next few days.
Addy: You want to break it in — and give us any Taylor news while we've got you?
Mayor Mamdani: You know, what I can tell you is that we have approved a permit for a multi-day event at Madison Square Garden, and there will be some partial street closures around there. We're going to make sure that all the city resources that are necessary are going to be present.
Addy: We're all going to be keeping track if you're wearing the same suit to that party as you were to jump in the pool, just so you know.
Mayor Mamdani: Don't hold your breath. I won't be at that party.
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Addy: Mr. Mayor, thank you for checking in. Happy Fourth of July.
Mayor Mamdani: Same to you, brother.
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