Governor Stein Proclaims North Carolina Heat Safety Week

Raleigh -- May 18, 2026: Press Release NC Governor Josh Stein's office: Today, Governor Josh Stein proclaimed May 18-22, 2026, North Carolina Heat Safety Week to raise awareness about the dangers that high temperatures pose to people’s health. The proclamation also brings attention to state programs that support North Carolina’s cities, towns, and counties in keeping residents and visitors safe from extreme heat. North Carolina’s heat season runs from May 1 to September 30 each year.“Being resil