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#Missouri - Springfield shelter says #homeless face #DangerousHeat with nowhere to go
Manager says gap in services leaves people outside during dangerous temps after shelter closes
By Phil Rodriguez
Published: Aug. 16, 2026#SpringfieldMO (KY3) - "People experiencing homelessness in Springfield are struggling to stay safe during extreme heat, with a daytime shelter saying there are not enough places for people to get out of the heat once its doors close for the day.
"The #VeteransComingHomeCenter gives people experiencing homelessness a few hours each day to come inside, cool down, eat, and get water. But once the shelter closes, many are back outside in the heat with limited options.
"Pastor Mark Glenn, the center’s manager, said he is already seeing the consequences this season.
" 'I’m seeing more cases of #HeatExhaustion. We’ve called an ambulance at least two or three times,' he said.
"During reporting Sunday, a homeless man named Jeff, who had just left the shelter, was found sitting along a sidewalk off Chestnut Expressway. He was only a block from the center and told our reporter that he needed an ambulance.
"Paramedics measured his temperature at 100.4 degrees before transporting him to the hospital."
#ClimateCrisis #ExtremeHeat #Unhoused #CoolingCenters #HeatDomes
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#Missouri - Springfield shelter says #homeless face #DangerousHeat with nowhere to go
Manager says gap in services leaves people outside during dangerous temps after shelter closes
By Phil Rodriguez
Published: Aug. 16, 2026#SpringfieldMO (KY3) - "People experiencing homelessness in Springfield are struggling to stay safe during extreme heat, with a daytime shelter saying there are not enough places for people to get out of the heat once its doors close for the day.
"The #VeteransComingHomeCenter gives people experiencing homelessness a few hours each day to come inside, cool down, eat, and get water. But once the shelter closes, many are back outside in the heat with limited options.
"Pastor Mark Glenn, the center’s manager, said he is already seeing the consequences this season.
" 'I’m seeing more cases of #HeatExhaustion. We’ve called an ambulance at least two or three times,' he said.
"During reporting Sunday, a homeless man named Jeff, who had just left the shelter, was found sitting along a sidewalk off Chestnut Expressway. He was only a block from the center and told our reporter that he needed an ambulance.
"Paramedics measured his temperature at 100.4 degrees before transporting him to the hospital."
#ClimateCrisis #ExtremeHeat #Unhoused #CoolingCenters #HeatDomes
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#Missouri - Springfield shelter says #homeless face #DangerousHeat with nowhere to go
Manager says gap in services leaves people outside during dangerous temps after shelter closes
By Phil Rodriguez
Published: Aug. 16, 2026#SpringfieldMO (KY3) - "People experiencing homelessness in Springfield are struggling to stay safe during extreme heat, with a daytime shelter saying there are not enough places for people to get out of the heat once its doors close for the day.
"The #VeteransComingHomeCenter gives people experiencing homelessness a few hours each day to come inside, cool down, eat, and get water. But once the shelter closes, many are back outside in the heat with limited options.
"Pastor Mark Glenn, the center’s manager, said he is already seeing the consequences this season.
" 'I’m seeing more cases of #HeatExhaustion. We’ve called an ambulance at least two or three times,' he said.
"During reporting Sunday, a homeless man named Jeff, who had just left the shelter, was found sitting along a sidewalk off Chestnut Expressway. He was only a block from the center and told our reporter that he needed an ambulance.
"Paramedics measured his temperature at 100.4 degrees before transporting him to the hospital."
#ClimateCrisis #ExtremeHeat #Unhoused #CoolingCenters #HeatDomes
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#Missouri - Springfield shelter says #homeless face #DangerousHeat with nowhere to go
Manager says gap in services leaves people outside during dangerous temps after shelter closes
By Phil Rodriguez
Published: Aug. 16, 2026#SpringfieldMO (KY3) - "People experiencing homelessness in Springfield are struggling to stay safe during extreme heat, with a daytime shelter saying there are not enough places for people to get out of the heat once its doors close for the day.
"The #VeteransComingHomeCenter gives people experiencing homelessness a few hours each day to come inside, cool down, eat, and get water. But once the shelter closes, many are back outside in the heat with limited options.
"Pastor Mark Glenn, the center’s manager, said he is already seeing the consequences this season.
" 'I’m seeing more cases of #HeatExhaustion. We’ve called an ambulance at least two or three times,' he said.
"During reporting Sunday, a homeless man named Jeff, who had just left the shelter, was found sitting along a sidewalk off Chestnut Expressway. He was only a block from the center and told our reporter that he needed an ambulance.
"Paramedics measured his temperature at 100.4 degrees before transporting him to the hospital."
#ClimateCrisis #ExtremeHeat #Unhoused #CoolingCenters #HeatDomes
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#Missouri - Springfield shelter says #homeless face #DangerousHeat with nowhere to go
Manager says gap in services leaves people outside during dangerous temps after shelter closes
By Phil Rodriguez
Published: Aug. 16, 2026#SpringfieldMO (KY3) - "People experiencing homelessness in Springfield are struggling to stay safe during extreme heat, with a daytime shelter saying there are not enough places for people to get out of the heat once its doors close for the day.
"The #VeteransComingHomeCenter gives people experiencing homelessness a few hours each day to come inside, cool down, eat, and get water. But once the shelter closes, many are back outside in the heat with limited options.
"Pastor Mark Glenn, the center’s manager, said he is already seeing the consequences this season.
" 'I’m seeing more cases of #HeatExhaustion. We’ve called an ambulance at least two or three times,' he said.
"During reporting Sunday, a homeless man named Jeff, who had just left the shelter, was found sitting along a sidewalk off Chestnut Expressway. He was only a block from the center and told our reporter that he needed an ambulance.
"Paramedics measured his temperature at 100.4 degrees before transporting him to the hospital."
#ClimateCrisis #ExtremeHeat #Unhoused #CoolingCenters #HeatDomes
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#US cities expand #coolingcenters but struggle to get people inside
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/aug/07/cooling-centers-us-extreme-heat
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#US cities expand #coolingcenters but struggle to get people inside
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/aug/07/cooling-centers-us-extreme-heat
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#US cities expand #coolingcenters but struggle to get people inside
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/aug/07/cooling-centers-us-extreme-heat
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#US cities expand #coolingcenters but struggle to get people inside
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/aug/07/cooling-centers-us-extreme-heat
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#US cities expand #coolingcenters but struggle to get people inside
https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2026/aug/07/cooling-centers-us-extreme-heat
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It's going to get hot again in Queens so if you need it, Queens public libraries will serve as cooling centers for the next few days.
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It's going to get hot again in Queens so if you need it, Queens public libraries will serve as cooling centers for the next few days.
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It's going to get hot again in Queens so if you need it, Queens public libraries will serve as cooling centers for the next few days.
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Health experts share tips to avoid heat exhaustion
MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) – Monday’s extreme heat gave Yoopers a taste of temperatures in the mid to u…
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#MEWx #NWS: "Heat wave continues today into at least Friday. Heat and humidity will provide fuel for thunderstorms through Friday with storms possible during the afternoon and nights. Placement, timing, and coverage of storms remains variable. The main hazards with any severe storms would be damaging winds and hail."
Oh, and btw, pretty much ALL of the #CoolingCenters in #Maine will be closed on Friday. So helpful!!! 😡 I don't recall #Heatwaves taking days off!
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#MEWx #NWS: "Heat wave continues today into at least Friday. Heat and humidity will provide fuel for thunderstorms through Friday with storms possible during the afternoon and nights. Placement, timing, and coverage of storms remains variable. The main hazards with any severe storms would be damaging winds and hail."
Oh, and btw, pretty much ALL of the #CoolingCenters in #Maine will be closed on Friday. So helpful!!! 😡 I don't recall #Heatwaves taking days off!
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#MEWx #NWS: "Heat wave continues today into at least Friday. Heat and humidity will provide fuel for thunderstorms through Friday with storms possible during the afternoon and nights. Placement, timing, and coverage of storms remains variable. The main hazards with any severe storms would be damaging winds and hail."
Oh, and btw, pretty much ALL of the #CoolingCenters in #Maine will be closed on Friday. So helpful!!! 😡 I don't recall #Heatwaves taking days off!
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#MEWx #NWS: "Heat wave continues today into at least Friday. Heat and humidity will provide fuel for thunderstorms through Friday with storms possible during the afternoon and nights. Placement, timing, and coverage of storms remains variable. The main hazards with any severe storms would be damaging winds and hail."
Oh, and btw, pretty much ALL of the #CoolingCenters in #Maine will be closed on Friday. So helpful!!! 😡 I don't recall #Heatwaves taking days off!
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#MEWx #NWS: "Heat wave continues today into at least Friday. Heat and humidity will provide fuel for thunderstorms through Friday with storms possible during the afternoon and nights. Placement, timing, and coverage of storms remains variable. The main hazards with any severe storms would be damaging winds and hail."
Oh, and btw, pretty much ALL of the #CoolingCenters in #Maine will be closed on Friday. So helpful!!! 😡 I don't recall #Heatwaves taking days off!
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#FrederickMD also has #CoolingCenters open for the #heat.
Please stay safe any make sure anyone who needs these resources gets access to them!
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#FrederickMD also has #CoolingCenters open for the #heat.
Please stay safe any make sure anyone who needs these resources gets access to them!
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#FrederickMD also has #CoolingCenters open for the #heat.
Please stay safe any make sure anyone who needs these resources gets access to them!
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#FrederickMD also has #CoolingCenters open for the #heat.
Please stay safe any make sure anyone who needs these resources gets access to them!
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#FrederickMD also has #CoolingCenters open for the #heat.
Please stay safe any make sure anyone who needs these resources gets access to them!
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#NYC = 500+ *cooling centers*, 5 #boroughs! - call 311 or go to NYC Cooling Center Finder, link within. Will be open Fri-Sun, noon-midnight!
LinkNYC kiosks (2,200 of 'em!) will display #CoolingCenters w/in 10 min walk
Public pools = extended hours
Borough Halls = open to go cool down in #Brooklyn, #Queens, & Staten Isle
Local #Libraires = often extended hours as cooling centers
21 outreach vans = will bring #volunteers to #seniors and at-risk folks
#HeatWave #NewYorkCity
https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-rolls-out-additional-cooling-options-for-brutal-holiday-heat-wave -
#NYC = 500+ *cooling centers*, 5 #boroughs! - call 311 or go to NYC Cooling Center Finder, link within. Will be open Fri-Sun, noon-midnight!
LinkNYC kiosks (2,200 of 'em!) will display #CoolingCenters w/in 10 min walk
Public pools = extended hours
Borough Halls = open to go cool down in #Brooklyn, #Queens, & Staten Isle
Local #Libraires = often extended hours as cooling centers
21 outreach vans = will bring #volunteers to #seniors and at-risk folks
#HeatWave #NewYorkCity
https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-rolls-out-additional-cooling-options-for-brutal-holiday-heat-wave -
#NYC = 500+ *cooling centers*, 5 #boroughs! - call 311 or go to NYC Cooling Center Finder, link within. Will be open Fri-Sun, noon-midnight!
LinkNYC kiosks (2,200 of 'em!) will display #CoolingCenters w/in 10 min walk
Public pools = extended hours
Borough Halls = open to go cool down in #Brooklyn, #Queens, & Staten Isle
Local #Libraires = often extended hours as cooling centers
21 outreach vans = will bring #volunteers to #seniors and at-risk folks
#HeatWave #NewYorkCity
https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-rolls-out-additional-cooling-options-for-brutal-holiday-heat-wave -
#NYC = 500+ *cooling centers*, 5 #boroughs! - call 311 or go to NYC Cooling Center Finder, link within. Will be open Fri-Sun, noon-midnight!
LinkNYC kiosks (2,200 of 'em!) will display #CoolingCenters w/in 10 min walk
Public pools = extended hours
Borough Halls = open to go cool down in #Brooklyn, #Queens, & Staten Isle
Local #Libraires = often extended hours as cooling centers
21 outreach vans = will bring #volunteers to #seniors and at-risk folks
#HeatWave #NewYorkCity
https://gothamist.com/news/nyc-rolls-out-additional-cooling-options-for-brutal-holiday-heat-wave -
It is going to be very #hot for the next few days across #Maryland. #BaltimoreCity has a number of #CoolingCenters available for people to take shelter in from the heat.
If you are unhoused or just don't have AC these are an option for refuge.
Heat safety:
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Avoid drugs and caffeine
- Stay indoors
- Reduce strenuous activities
- Check on your friends and family
- Cover windows
- Cold showersCall 911 if you feel:
- Confused
- Unable to cool
- Nauseous
- Light headed -
It is going to be very #hot for the next few days across #Maryland. #BaltimoreCity has a number of #CoolingCenters available for people to take shelter in from the heat.
If you are unhoused or just don't have AC these are an option for refuge.
Heat safety:
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Avoid drugs and caffeine
- Stay indoors
- Reduce strenuous activities
- Check on your friends and family
- Cover windows
- Cold showersCall 911 if you feel:
- Confused
- Unable to cool
- Nauseous
- Light headed -
It is going to be very #hot for the next few days across #Maryland. #BaltimoreCity has a number of #CoolingCenters available for people to take shelter in from the heat.
If you are unhoused or just don't have AC these are an option for refuge.
Heat safety:
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Avoid drugs and caffeine
- Stay indoors
- Reduce strenuous activities
- Check on your friends and family
- Cover windows
- Cold showersCall 911 if you feel:
- Confused
- Unable to cool
- Nauseous
- Light headed -
It is going to be very #hot for the next few days across #Maryland. #BaltimoreCity has a number of #CoolingCenters available for people to take shelter in from the heat.
If you are unhoused or just don't have AC these are an option for refuge.
Heat safety:
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Avoid drugs and caffeine
- Stay indoors
- Reduce strenuous activities
- Check on your friends and family
- Cover windows
- Cold showersCall 911 if you feel:
- Confused
- Unable to cool
- Nauseous
- Light headed -
It is going to be very #hot for the next few days across #Maryland. #BaltimoreCity has a number of #CoolingCenters available for people to take shelter in from the heat.
If you are unhoused or just don't have AC these are an option for refuge.
Heat safety:
- Drink plenty of fluids
- Avoid drugs and caffeine
- Stay indoors
- Reduce strenuous activities
- Check on your friends and family
- Cover windows
- Cold showersCall 911 if you feel:
- Confused
- Unable to cool
- Nauseous
- Light headed -
How to keep your house cool during #NewEngland #HeatWave
by Bailey Allen
June 30, 2026"As a heat wave approaches Massachusetts, residents may be looking for ways to keep their homes as cool as possible.
"The National Weather Service is predicting 'extreme heat and humidity' across most of southern New England, except the Berkshires and the Cape and Islands, from Wednesday, July 1, through Friday, July 3.
"Temperatures are expected to rise above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (and heat index values around 111 degrees) near the end of the week.
"The weather service recommends drinking plenty of water and staying in an air-conditioned space to reduce the effects of the heat on the body.
Here are some tips for those without air conditioning or looking for ways to lower indoor temperatures during the upcoming 'dangerous heat.'"Here are some tips to help keep your home cool during the upcoming New England heat wave, according to Boston Emergency Management:
- Install an air conditioner and use ceiling or standing fans to improve airflow. However, electric fans will not prevent #HeatRelatedIllness, the City of Boston said.
- Weather-strip doors and windowsills to keep cool air inside.
- Reflect heat back outside by installing temporary window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, between windows and drapes.
- Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sunlight with drapes, shades, awnings, or louvers. Outdoor awnings or louvers can reduce the heat entering a home by up to 80%, according to Boston Emergency Management.
- See if you can have a tree planted on the sidewalk in front of your home for free. Cities including Boston, Worcester, Quincy, Lowell, and Springfield offer free street tree planting programs.
- Limit the use of your stove and oven, which can increase indoor temperatures.Visit cooling centers if your home can't get cool
"If your home doesn't have air conditioning or isn't staying cool enough, Boston Emergency Management recommends taking breaks in air-conditioned places such as shopping malls, #PublicLibraries, or public #CoolingCenters.
"In Boston, cooling centers include swimming pools, #SplashPads , and community centers. Residents can call 2-1-1 to find cooling locations across #Massachusetts."
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/B1iBq#SolarPunkSunday #BuildingCommunity #KeepCool #ClimateChange #ExtremeHeat #KeepingCool #GreenerCities #MoreTrees #LibrariesRule!
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How to keep your house cool during #NewEngland #HeatWave
by Bailey Allen
June 30, 2026"As a heat wave approaches Massachusetts, residents may be looking for ways to keep their homes as cool as possible.
"The National Weather Service is predicting 'extreme heat and humidity' across most of southern New England, except the Berkshires and the Cape and Islands, from Wednesday, July 1, through Friday, July 3.
"Temperatures are expected to rise above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (and heat index values around 111 degrees) near the end of the week.
"The weather service recommends drinking plenty of water and staying in an air-conditioned space to reduce the effects of the heat on the body.
Here are some tips for those without air conditioning or looking for ways to lower indoor temperatures during the upcoming 'dangerous heat.'"Here are some tips to help keep your home cool during the upcoming New England heat wave, according to Boston Emergency Management:
- Install an air conditioner and use ceiling or standing fans to improve airflow. However, electric fans will not prevent #HeatRelatedIllness, the City of Boston said.
- Weather-strip doors and windowsills to keep cool air inside.
- Reflect heat back outside by installing temporary window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, between windows and drapes.
- Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sunlight with drapes, shades, awnings, or louvers. Outdoor awnings or louvers can reduce the heat entering a home by up to 80%, according to Boston Emergency Management.
- See if you can have a tree planted on the sidewalk in front of your home for free. Cities including Boston, Worcester, Quincy, Lowell, and Springfield offer free street tree planting programs.
- Limit the use of your stove and oven, which can increase indoor temperatures.Visit cooling centers if your home can't get cool
"If your home doesn't have air conditioning or isn't staying cool enough, Boston Emergency Management recommends taking breaks in air-conditioned places such as shopping malls, #PublicLibraries, or public #CoolingCenters.
"In Boston, cooling centers include swimming pools, #SplashPads , and community centers. Residents can call 2-1-1 to find cooling locations across #Massachusetts."
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/B1iBq#SolarPunkSunday #BuildingCommunity #KeepCool #ClimateChange #ExtremeHeat #KeepingCool #GreenerCities #MoreTrees #LibrariesRule!
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How to keep your house cool during #NewEngland #HeatWave
by Bailey Allen
June 30, 2026"As a heat wave approaches Massachusetts, residents may be looking for ways to keep their homes as cool as possible.
"The National Weather Service is predicting 'extreme heat and humidity' across most of southern New England, except the Berkshires and the Cape and Islands, from Wednesday, July 1, through Friday, July 3.
"Temperatures are expected to rise above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (and heat index values around 111 degrees) near the end of the week.
"The weather service recommends drinking plenty of water and staying in an air-conditioned space to reduce the effects of the heat on the body.
Here are some tips for those without air conditioning or looking for ways to lower indoor temperatures during the upcoming 'dangerous heat.'"Here are some tips to help keep your home cool during the upcoming New England heat wave, according to Boston Emergency Management:
- Install an air conditioner and use ceiling or standing fans to improve airflow. However, electric fans will not prevent #HeatRelatedIllness, the City of Boston said.
- Weather-strip doors and windowsills to keep cool air inside.
- Reflect heat back outside by installing temporary window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, between windows and drapes.
- Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sunlight with drapes, shades, awnings, or louvers. Outdoor awnings or louvers can reduce the heat entering a home by up to 80%, according to Boston Emergency Management.
- See if you can have a tree planted on the sidewalk in front of your home for free. Cities including Boston, Worcester, Quincy, Lowell, and Springfield offer free street tree planting programs.
- Limit the use of your stove and oven, which can increase indoor temperatures.Visit cooling centers if your home can't get cool
"If your home doesn't have air conditioning or isn't staying cool enough, Boston Emergency Management recommends taking breaks in air-conditioned places such as shopping malls, #PublicLibraries, or public #CoolingCenters.
"In Boston, cooling centers include swimming pools, #SplashPads , and community centers. Residents can call 2-1-1 to find cooling locations across #Massachusetts."
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/B1iBq#SolarPunkSunday #BuildingCommunity #KeepCool #ClimateChange #ExtremeHeat #KeepingCool #GreenerCities #MoreTrees #LibrariesRule!
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How to keep your house cool during #NewEngland #HeatWave
by Bailey Allen
June 30, 2026"As a heat wave approaches Massachusetts, residents may be looking for ways to keep their homes as cool as possible.
"The National Weather Service is predicting 'extreme heat and humidity' across most of southern New England, except the Berkshires and the Cape and Islands, from Wednesday, July 1, through Friday, July 3.
"Temperatures are expected to rise above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (and heat index values around 111 degrees) near the end of the week.
"The weather service recommends drinking plenty of water and staying in an air-conditioned space to reduce the effects of the heat on the body.
Here are some tips for those without air conditioning or looking for ways to lower indoor temperatures during the upcoming 'dangerous heat.'"Here are some tips to help keep your home cool during the upcoming New England heat wave, according to Boston Emergency Management:
- Install an air conditioner and use ceiling or standing fans to improve airflow. However, electric fans will not prevent #HeatRelatedIllness, the City of Boston said.
- Weather-strip doors and windowsills to keep cool air inside.
- Reflect heat back outside by installing temporary window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, between windows and drapes.
- Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sunlight with drapes, shades, awnings, or louvers. Outdoor awnings or louvers can reduce the heat entering a home by up to 80%, according to Boston Emergency Management.
- See if you can have a tree planted on the sidewalk in front of your home for free. Cities including Boston, Worcester, Quincy, Lowell, and Springfield offer free street tree planting programs.
- Limit the use of your stove and oven, which can increase indoor temperatures.Visit cooling centers if your home can't get cool
"If your home doesn't have air conditioning or isn't staying cool enough, Boston Emergency Management recommends taking breaks in air-conditioned places such as shopping malls, #PublicLibraries, or public #CoolingCenters.
"In Boston, cooling centers include swimming pools, #SplashPads , and community centers. Residents can call 2-1-1 to find cooling locations across #Massachusetts."
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/B1iBq#SolarPunkSunday #BuildingCommunity #KeepCool #ClimateChange #ExtremeHeat #KeepingCool #GreenerCities #MoreTrees #LibrariesRule!
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How to keep your house cool during #NewEngland #HeatWave
by Bailey Allen
June 30, 2026"As a heat wave approaches Massachusetts, residents may be looking for ways to keep their homes as cool as possible.
"The National Weather Service is predicting 'extreme heat and humidity' across most of southern New England, except the Berkshires and the Cape and Islands, from Wednesday, July 1, through Friday, July 3.
"Temperatures are expected to rise above 100 degrees Fahrenheit (and heat index values around 111 degrees) near the end of the week.
"The weather service recommends drinking plenty of water and staying in an air-conditioned space to reduce the effects of the heat on the body.
Here are some tips for those without air conditioning or looking for ways to lower indoor temperatures during the upcoming 'dangerous heat.'"Here are some tips to help keep your home cool during the upcoming New England heat wave, according to Boston Emergency Management:
- Install an air conditioner and use ceiling or standing fans to improve airflow. However, electric fans will not prevent #HeatRelatedIllness, the City of Boston said.
- Weather-strip doors and windowsills to keep cool air inside.
- Reflect heat back outside by installing temporary window reflectors, such as aluminum foil-covered cardboard, between windows and drapes.
- Cover windows that receive morning or afternoon sunlight with drapes, shades, awnings, or louvers. Outdoor awnings or louvers can reduce the heat entering a home by up to 80%, according to Boston Emergency Management.
- See if you can have a tree planted on the sidewalk in front of your home for free. Cities including Boston, Worcester, Quincy, Lowell, and Springfield offer free street tree planting programs.
- Limit the use of your stove and oven, which can increase indoor temperatures.Visit cooling centers if your home can't get cool
"If your home doesn't have air conditioning or isn't staying cool enough, Boston Emergency Management recommends taking breaks in air-conditioned places such as shopping malls, #PublicLibraries, or public #CoolingCenters.
"In Boston, cooling centers include swimming pools, #SplashPads , and community centers. Residents can call 2-1-1 to find cooling locations across #Massachusetts."
Archived version:
https://archive.ph/B1iBq#SolarPunkSunday #BuildingCommunity #KeepCool #ClimateChange #ExtremeHeat #KeepingCool #GreenerCities #MoreTrees #LibrariesRule!
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Lists of cooling centers in #Massachusetts are easy to find using a DuckDuckGo search.
Why 1st ‘extreme’ Mass. #HeatWave of 2026 may be extra dangerous — and for who
By Irene Rotondo
Jun. 29, 2026, 4:05 p.m."A new heat wave alert for Massachusetts landed Monday, with officials warning of 'dangerously hot conditions' and a #HeatIndex up to 111 degrees.
"An 'extreme heat watch' is in effect for nearly the entire state from Wednesday morning through Saturday evening, according to the National Weather Service. This will vastly increase chances both for heat-related illnesses as well as troublesome weather like thunderstorms, forecasters warn.
"Temperatures could reach up to 99 degrees in Boston on Wednesday during the day, with Worcester’s high at 97 and Springfield at a whopping 100. At night, they will drop just to the mid-70s, then creep back up to a high of 102 degrees on Thursday in Boston and Worcester and 104 in Springfield.
"Friday is expected to again hit 102 degrees in Boston, with nighttime temperatures at 79. On Saturday — the 4th of July holiday — temperatures will be 97 degrees in Boston and Springfield and 95 in Worcester. Forecasters warn there could be chances for thunderstorms across the state in the evening.
Being prepared
"Though temperatures climbed above 90 degrees in Massachusetts on multiple days in May and June, the impending heat wave will be the most hot and humid weather the state has had had since last year.
"The first heat wave of the season is often the worst for people’s health, according to data collected by state officials on heat-related illnesses and hospital visits, as residents’ bodies adjust to the temperature change.
"Additionally, emergency room visits and heat-related illnesses rise when temperatures hit 85 degrees or higher for at least three consecutive days — the threshold the state uses for unhealthy heat alerts.
"Boston officials urge residents to stay hydrated, use air conditioning, limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day and check on neighbors. Children and pets cannot be left in vehicles at any time.
"City residents can call 311 or visit the city’s heat website to find one of the 16 cooling centers at the Boston Centers for Youth & Families — locations turned into cooling centers for heat emergencies — public pools and libraries for relief.
A first test for Boston
"A spokesperson for Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s office said on Monday that the city was still 'working through a determination' on its other cooling center locations and hours for the upcoming heatwave.
"The heat wave will also be the first major test of Boston’s new worker heat-protection ordinance, which took effect this year and is believed to be among the first local laws of its kind in the country.
"Under the law, city departments and qualifying contractors performing city work are required to maintain heat illness prevention plans designed to reduce heat-related injuries and deaths — especially those caused by fatigue, dizziness and dehydration.
"Under the ordinance, employers must provide protections including water, shade and rest breaks beginning at 80 degrees, with additional 'high heat' measures required once temperatures reach 90 degrees. Covered employers must also establish emergency response procedures, train workers on heat illness risks and designate a heat safety coordinator.
"The ordinance was passed by the Boston City Council and signed by Mayor #MichelleWu last year as experts projected more frequent and intense heat waves in coming decades. Boston officials previously estimated the number of days above 90 degrees, annually, could increase from a historic average of about 10 to as many as 46 by the 2070s.
Who is most at-risk?"Those over the age of 65, children and infants are more at risk for severe illness, with children facing unique dangers during the prolonged heat events. Due to children’s smaller body size and reduced ability to sweat, they will heat up more quickly than adults and rely on adults to ensure their safety.
"Consistent periods of time where daytime temperatures exceed 90 degrees and nighttime temperatures remain above 78 degrees are considered 'extreme heat' for young children, the impacts of which can be long-lasting.
"People with chronic medical conditions, #disabilities, limited mobility, who are pregnant, experiencing homelessness, outdoor workers and residents without access to air conditioning are also at high risk. People in Black, brown and other communities of color may also face disproportionate impacts because of longstanding inequities in the environment and infrastructure, according to the state.
"Outdoor workers are among the groups considered especially vulnerable during extreme heat events. State health data showed 707 emergency room visits and 87 hospitalizations related to heat stress in Massachusetts in 2022, the most recent year available."
#Heatwave #MassachusettsWx
#ClimateDiaryMassachusetts
#ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #Homelessness #BostonMA #UrbanHeat #WorkersRights #CoolingCenters -
Lists of cooling centers in #Massachusetts are easy to find using a DuckDuckGo search.
Why 1st ‘extreme’ Mass. #HeatWave of 2026 may be extra dangerous — and for who
By Irene Rotondo
Jun. 29, 2026, 4:05 p.m."A new heat wave alert for Massachusetts landed Monday, with officials warning of 'dangerously hot conditions' and a #HeatIndex up to 111 degrees.
"An 'extreme heat watch' is in effect for nearly the entire state from Wednesday morning through Saturday evening, according to the National Weather Service. This will vastly increase chances both for heat-related illnesses as well as troublesome weather like thunderstorms, forecasters warn.
"Temperatures could reach up to 99 degrees in Boston on Wednesday during the day, with Worcester’s high at 97 and Springfield at a whopping 100. At night, they will drop just to the mid-70s, then creep back up to a high of 102 degrees on Thursday in Boston and Worcester and 104 in Springfield.
"Friday is expected to again hit 102 degrees in Boston, with nighttime temperatures at 79. On Saturday — the 4th of July holiday — temperatures will be 97 degrees in Boston and Springfield and 95 in Worcester. Forecasters warn there could be chances for thunderstorms across the state in the evening.
Being prepared
"Though temperatures climbed above 90 degrees in Massachusetts on multiple days in May and June, the impending heat wave will be the most hot and humid weather the state has had had since last year.
"The first heat wave of the season is often the worst for people’s health, according to data collected by state officials on heat-related illnesses and hospital visits, as residents’ bodies adjust to the temperature change.
"Additionally, emergency room visits and heat-related illnesses rise when temperatures hit 85 degrees or higher for at least three consecutive days — the threshold the state uses for unhealthy heat alerts.
"Boston officials urge residents to stay hydrated, use air conditioning, limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day and check on neighbors. Children and pets cannot be left in vehicles at any time.
"City residents can call 311 or visit the city’s heat website to find one of the 16 cooling centers at the Boston Centers for Youth & Families — locations turned into cooling centers for heat emergencies — public pools and libraries for relief.
A first test for Boston
"A spokesperson for Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s office said on Monday that the city was still 'working through a determination' on its other cooling center locations and hours for the upcoming heatwave.
"The heat wave will also be the first major test of Boston’s new worker heat-protection ordinance, which took effect this year and is believed to be among the first local laws of its kind in the country.
"Under the law, city departments and qualifying contractors performing city work are required to maintain heat illness prevention plans designed to reduce heat-related injuries and deaths — especially those caused by fatigue, dizziness and dehydration.
"Under the ordinance, employers must provide protections including water, shade and rest breaks beginning at 80 degrees, with additional 'high heat' measures required once temperatures reach 90 degrees. Covered employers must also establish emergency response procedures, train workers on heat illness risks and designate a heat safety coordinator.
"The ordinance was passed by the Boston City Council and signed by Mayor #MichelleWu last year as experts projected more frequent and intense heat waves in coming decades. Boston officials previously estimated the number of days above 90 degrees, annually, could increase from a historic average of about 10 to as many as 46 by the 2070s.
Who is most at-risk?"Those over the age of 65, children and infants are more at risk for severe illness, with children facing unique dangers during the prolonged heat events. Due to children’s smaller body size and reduced ability to sweat, they will heat up more quickly than adults and rely on adults to ensure their safety.
"Consistent periods of time where daytime temperatures exceed 90 degrees and nighttime temperatures remain above 78 degrees are considered 'extreme heat' for young children, the impacts of which can be long-lasting.
"People with chronic medical conditions, #disabilities, limited mobility, who are pregnant, experiencing homelessness, outdoor workers and residents without access to air conditioning are also at high risk. People in Black, brown and other communities of color may also face disproportionate impacts because of longstanding inequities in the environment and infrastructure, according to the state.
"Outdoor workers are among the groups considered especially vulnerable during extreme heat events. State health data showed 707 emergency room visits and 87 hospitalizations related to heat stress in Massachusetts in 2022, the most recent year available."
#Heatwave #MassachusettsWx
#ClimateDiaryMassachusetts
#ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #Homelessness #BostonMA #UrbanHeat #WorkersRights #CoolingCenters -
Lists of cooling centers in #Massachusetts are easy to find using a DuckDuckGo search.
Why 1st ‘extreme’ Mass. #HeatWave of 2026 may be extra dangerous — and for who
By Irene Rotondo
Jun. 29, 2026, 4:05 p.m."A new heat wave alert for Massachusetts landed Monday, with officials warning of 'dangerously hot conditions' and a #HeatIndex up to 111 degrees.
"An 'extreme heat watch' is in effect for nearly the entire state from Wednesday morning through Saturday evening, according to the National Weather Service. This will vastly increase chances both for heat-related illnesses as well as troublesome weather like thunderstorms, forecasters warn.
"Temperatures could reach up to 99 degrees in Boston on Wednesday during the day, with Worcester’s high at 97 and Springfield at a whopping 100. At night, they will drop just to the mid-70s, then creep back up to a high of 102 degrees on Thursday in Boston and Worcester and 104 in Springfield.
"Friday is expected to again hit 102 degrees in Boston, with nighttime temperatures at 79. On Saturday — the 4th of July holiday — temperatures will be 97 degrees in Boston and Springfield and 95 in Worcester. Forecasters warn there could be chances for thunderstorms across the state in the evening.
Being prepared
"Though temperatures climbed above 90 degrees in Massachusetts on multiple days in May and June, the impending heat wave will be the most hot and humid weather the state has had had since last year.
"The first heat wave of the season is often the worst for people’s health, according to data collected by state officials on heat-related illnesses and hospital visits, as residents’ bodies adjust to the temperature change.
"Additionally, emergency room visits and heat-related illnesses rise when temperatures hit 85 degrees or higher for at least three consecutive days — the threshold the state uses for unhealthy heat alerts.
"Boston officials urge residents to stay hydrated, use air conditioning, limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day and check on neighbors. Children and pets cannot be left in vehicles at any time.
"City residents can call 311 or visit the city’s heat website to find one of the 16 cooling centers at the Boston Centers for Youth & Families — locations turned into cooling centers for heat emergencies — public pools and libraries for relief.
A first test for Boston
"A spokesperson for Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s office said on Monday that the city was still 'working through a determination' on its other cooling center locations and hours for the upcoming heatwave.
"The heat wave will also be the first major test of Boston’s new worker heat-protection ordinance, which took effect this year and is believed to be among the first local laws of its kind in the country.
"Under the law, city departments and qualifying contractors performing city work are required to maintain heat illness prevention plans designed to reduce heat-related injuries and deaths — especially those caused by fatigue, dizziness and dehydration.
"Under the ordinance, employers must provide protections including water, shade and rest breaks beginning at 80 degrees, with additional 'high heat' measures required once temperatures reach 90 degrees. Covered employers must also establish emergency response procedures, train workers on heat illness risks and designate a heat safety coordinator.
"The ordinance was passed by the Boston City Council and signed by Mayor #MichelleWu last year as experts projected more frequent and intense heat waves in coming decades. Boston officials previously estimated the number of days above 90 degrees, annually, could increase from a historic average of about 10 to as many as 46 by the 2070s.
Who is most at-risk?"Those over the age of 65, children and infants are more at risk for severe illness, with children facing unique dangers during the prolonged heat events. Due to children’s smaller body size and reduced ability to sweat, they will heat up more quickly than adults and rely on adults to ensure their safety.
"Consistent periods of time where daytime temperatures exceed 90 degrees and nighttime temperatures remain above 78 degrees are considered 'extreme heat' for young children, the impacts of which can be long-lasting.
"People with chronic medical conditions, #disabilities, limited mobility, who are pregnant, experiencing homelessness, outdoor workers and residents without access to air conditioning are also at high risk. People in Black, brown and other communities of color may also face disproportionate impacts because of longstanding inequities in the environment and infrastructure, according to the state.
"Outdoor workers are among the groups considered especially vulnerable during extreme heat events. State health data showed 707 emergency room visits and 87 hospitalizations related to heat stress in Massachusetts in 2022, the most recent year available."
#Heatwave #MassachusettsWx
#ClimateDiaryMassachusetts
#ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #Homelessness #BostonMA #UrbanHeat #WorkersRights #CoolingCenters -
Lists of cooling centers in #Massachusetts are easy to find using a DuckDuckGo search.
Why 1st ‘extreme’ Mass. #HeatWave of 2026 may be extra dangerous — and for who
By Irene Rotondo
Jun. 29, 2026, 4:05 p.m."A new heat wave alert for Massachusetts landed Monday, with officials warning of 'dangerously hot conditions' and a #HeatIndex up to 111 degrees.
"An 'extreme heat watch' is in effect for nearly the entire state from Wednesday morning through Saturday evening, according to the National Weather Service. This will vastly increase chances both for heat-related illnesses as well as troublesome weather like thunderstorms, forecasters warn.
"Temperatures could reach up to 99 degrees in Boston on Wednesday during the day, with Worcester’s high at 97 and Springfield at a whopping 100. At night, they will drop just to the mid-70s, then creep back up to a high of 102 degrees on Thursday in Boston and Worcester and 104 in Springfield.
"Friday is expected to again hit 102 degrees in Boston, with nighttime temperatures at 79. On Saturday — the 4th of July holiday — temperatures will be 97 degrees in Boston and Springfield and 95 in Worcester. Forecasters warn there could be chances for thunderstorms across the state in the evening.
Being prepared
"Though temperatures climbed above 90 degrees in Massachusetts on multiple days in May and June, the impending heat wave will be the most hot and humid weather the state has had had since last year.
"The first heat wave of the season is often the worst for people’s health, according to data collected by state officials on heat-related illnesses and hospital visits, as residents’ bodies adjust to the temperature change.
"Additionally, emergency room visits and heat-related illnesses rise when temperatures hit 85 degrees or higher for at least three consecutive days — the threshold the state uses for unhealthy heat alerts.
"Boston officials urge residents to stay hydrated, use air conditioning, limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day and check on neighbors. Children and pets cannot be left in vehicles at any time.
"City residents can call 311 or visit the city’s heat website to find one of the 16 cooling centers at the Boston Centers for Youth & Families — locations turned into cooling centers for heat emergencies — public pools and libraries for relief.
A first test for Boston
"A spokesperson for Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s office said on Monday that the city was still 'working through a determination' on its other cooling center locations and hours for the upcoming heatwave.
"The heat wave will also be the first major test of Boston’s new worker heat-protection ordinance, which took effect this year and is believed to be among the first local laws of its kind in the country.
"Under the law, city departments and qualifying contractors performing city work are required to maintain heat illness prevention plans designed to reduce heat-related injuries and deaths — especially those caused by fatigue, dizziness and dehydration.
"Under the ordinance, employers must provide protections including water, shade and rest breaks beginning at 80 degrees, with additional 'high heat' measures required once temperatures reach 90 degrees. Covered employers must also establish emergency response procedures, train workers on heat illness risks and designate a heat safety coordinator.
"The ordinance was passed by the Boston City Council and signed by Mayor #MichelleWu last year as experts projected more frequent and intense heat waves in coming decades. Boston officials previously estimated the number of days above 90 degrees, annually, could increase from a historic average of about 10 to as many as 46 by the 2070s.
Who is most at-risk?"Those over the age of 65, children and infants are more at risk for severe illness, with children facing unique dangers during the prolonged heat events. Due to children’s smaller body size and reduced ability to sweat, they will heat up more quickly than adults and rely on adults to ensure their safety.
"Consistent periods of time where daytime temperatures exceed 90 degrees and nighttime temperatures remain above 78 degrees are considered 'extreme heat' for young children, the impacts of which can be long-lasting.
"People with chronic medical conditions, #disabilities, limited mobility, who are pregnant, experiencing homelessness, outdoor workers and residents without access to air conditioning are also at high risk. People in Black, brown and other communities of color may also face disproportionate impacts because of longstanding inequities in the environment and infrastructure, according to the state.
"Outdoor workers are among the groups considered especially vulnerable during extreme heat events. State health data showed 707 emergency room visits and 87 hospitalizations related to heat stress in Massachusetts in 2022, the most recent year available."
#Heatwave #MassachusettsWx
#ClimateDiaryMassachusetts
#ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #Homelessness #BostonMA #UrbanHeat #WorkersRights #CoolingCenters -
Lists of cooling centers in #Massachusetts are easy to find using a DuckDuckGo search.
Why 1st ‘extreme’ Mass. #HeatWave of 2026 may be extra dangerous — and for who
By Irene Rotondo
Jun. 29, 2026, 4:05 p.m."A new heat wave alert for Massachusetts landed Monday, with officials warning of 'dangerously hot conditions' and a #HeatIndex up to 111 degrees.
"An 'extreme heat watch' is in effect for nearly the entire state from Wednesday morning through Saturday evening, according to the National Weather Service. This will vastly increase chances both for heat-related illnesses as well as troublesome weather like thunderstorms, forecasters warn.
"Temperatures could reach up to 99 degrees in Boston on Wednesday during the day, with Worcester’s high at 97 and Springfield at a whopping 100. At night, they will drop just to the mid-70s, then creep back up to a high of 102 degrees on Thursday in Boston and Worcester and 104 in Springfield.
"Friday is expected to again hit 102 degrees in Boston, with nighttime temperatures at 79. On Saturday — the 4th of July holiday — temperatures will be 97 degrees in Boston and Springfield and 95 in Worcester. Forecasters warn there could be chances for thunderstorms across the state in the evening.
Being prepared
"Though temperatures climbed above 90 degrees in Massachusetts on multiple days in May and June, the impending heat wave will be the most hot and humid weather the state has had had since last year.
"The first heat wave of the season is often the worst for people’s health, according to data collected by state officials on heat-related illnesses and hospital visits, as residents’ bodies adjust to the temperature change.
"Additionally, emergency room visits and heat-related illnesses rise when temperatures hit 85 degrees or higher for at least three consecutive days — the threshold the state uses for unhealthy heat alerts.
"Boston officials urge residents to stay hydrated, use air conditioning, limit outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day and check on neighbors. Children and pets cannot be left in vehicles at any time.
"City residents can call 311 or visit the city’s heat website to find one of the 16 cooling centers at the Boston Centers for Youth & Families — locations turned into cooling centers for heat emergencies — public pools and libraries for relief.
A first test for Boston
"A spokesperson for Boston Mayor Michelle Wu’s office said on Monday that the city was still 'working through a determination' on its other cooling center locations and hours for the upcoming heatwave.
"The heat wave will also be the first major test of Boston’s new worker heat-protection ordinance, which took effect this year and is believed to be among the first local laws of its kind in the country.
"Under the law, city departments and qualifying contractors performing city work are required to maintain heat illness prevention plans designed to reduce heat-related injuries and deaths — especially those caused by fatigue, dizziness and dehydration.
"Under the ordinance, employers must provide protections including water, shade and rest breaks beginning at 80 degrees, with additional 'high heat' measures required once temperatures reach 90 degrees. Covered employers must also establish emergency response procedures, train workers on heat illness risks and designate a heat safety coordinator.
"The ordinance was passed by the Boston City Council and signed by Mayor #MichelleWu last year as experts projected more frequent and intense heat waves in coming decades. Boston officials previously estimated the number of days above 90 degrees, annually, could increase from a historic average of about 10 to as many as 46 by the 2070s.
Who is most at-risk?"Those over the age of 65, children and infants are more at risk for severe illness, with children facing unique dangers during the prolonged heat events. Due to children’s smaller body size and reduced ability to sweat, they will heat up more quickly than adults and rely on adults to ensure their safety.
"Consistent periods of time where daytime temperatures exceed 90 degrees and nighttime temperatures remain above 78 degrees are considered 'extreme heat' for young children, the impacts of which can be long-lasting.
"People with chronic medical conditions, #disabilities, limited mobility, who are pregnant, experiencing homelessness, outdoor workers and residents without access to air conditioning are also at high risk. People in Black, brown and other communities of color may also face disproportionate impacts because of longstanding inequities in the environment and infrastructure, according to the state.
"Outdoor workers are among the groups considered especially vulnerable during extreme heat events. State health data showed 707 emergency room visits and 87 hospitalizations related to heat stress in Massachusetts in 2022, the most recent year available."
#Heatwave #MassachusettsWx
#ClimateDiaryMassachusetts
#ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #Homelessness #BostonMA #UrbanHeat #WorkersRights #CoolingCenters -
#NewHampshire #CoolingCenters to beat this week's ExtremeHeat
June 30, 2026
There are a number of cooling centers open this week as the state deals with extreme heat and humidity.
https://www.wmur.com/article/new-hampshire-cooling-centers-6302026/71783039
#Heatwave #NHWx #ClimateDiaryNH #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #NHResources -
#NewHampshire #CoolingCenters to beat this week's ExtremeHeat
June 30, 2026
There are a number of cooling centers open this week as the state deals with extreme heat and humidity.
https://www.wmur.com/article/new-hampshire-cooling-centers-6302026/71783039
#Heatwave #NHWx #ClimateDiaryNH #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #NHResources -
#NewHampshire #CoolingCenters to beat this week's ExtremeHeat
June 30, 2026
There are a number of cooling centers open this week as the state deals with extreme heat and humidity.
https://www.wmur.com/article/new-hampshire-cooling-centers-6302026/71783039
#Heatwave #NHWx #ClimateDiaryNH #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #NHResources -
#NewHampshire #CoolingCenters to beat this week's ExtremeHeat
June 30, 2026
There are a number of cooling centers open this week as the state deals with extreme heat and humidity.
https://www.wmur.com/article/new-hampshire-cooling-centers-6302026/71783039
#Heatwave #NHWx #ClimateDiaryNH #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #NHResources -
#NewHampshire #CoolingCenters to beat this week's ExtremeHeat
June 30, 2026
There are a number of cooling centers open this week as the state deals with extreme heat and humidity.
https://www.wmur.com/article/new-hampshire-cooling-centers-6302026/71783039
#Heatwave #NHWx #ClimateDiaryNH #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness
#StayCool #NHResources -
#Vermont - Current #EmergencyShelters and #CoolingCenters
Not all shelters and cooling centers will be listed here; only those reported to VEM. You can call your town to ask about local warming centers, or call 2-1-1 to find a facility.
https://vem.vermont.gov/shelters
Map of cooling sites in Vermont:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4fdb83b1ece3427ea81d83446ffb420bVermont’s Emergency Shelter Providers
https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/Vermont Public Libraries (most will be closed on Friday because of the holiday):
https://libraries.vermont.gov/find-vermont-libraries?_gl=1*13juud8*_ga*Mzk5MDM0NDcyLjE3ODI4MzY3MDY.*_ga_V9WQH77KLW*czE3ODI4MzY3MDUkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODI4MzY4MjQkajI1JGwwJGgw#ExtremeHeat #Heatwave #VermontWx #ClimateDiaryVermont #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #VermontResources
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#Vermont - Current #EmergencyShelters and #CoolingCenters
Not all shelters and cooling centers will be listed here; only those reported to VEM. You can call your town to ask about local warming centers, or call 2-1-1 to find a facility.
https://vem.vermont.gov/shelters
Map of cooling sites in Vermont:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4fdb83b1ece3427ea81d83446ffb420bVermont’s Emergency Shelter Providers
https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/Vermont Public Libraries (most will be closed on Friday because of the holiday):
https://libraries.vermont.gov/find-vermont-libraries?_gl=1*13juud8*_ga*Mzk5MDM0NDcyLjE3ODI4MzY3MDY.*_ga_V9WQH77KLW*czE3ODI4MzY3MDUkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODI4MzY4MjQkajI1JGwwJGgw#ExtremeHeat #Heatwave #VermontWx #ClimateDiaryVermont #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #VermontResources
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#Vermont - Current #EmergencyShelters and #CoolingCenters
Not all shelters and cooling centers will be listed here; only those reported to VEM. You can call your town to ask about local warming centers, or call 2-1-1 to find a facility.
https://vem.vermont.gov/shelters
Map of cooling sites in Vermont:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4fdb83b1ece3427ea81d83446ffb420bVermont’s Emergency Shelter Providers
https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/Vermont Public Libraries (most will be closed on Friday because of the holiday):
https://libraries.vermont.gov/find-vermont-libraries?_gl=1*13juud8*_ga*Mzk5MDM0NDcyLjE3ODI4MzY3MDY.*_ga_V9WQH77KLW*czE3ODI4MzY3MDUkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODI4MzY4MjQkajI1JGwwJGgw#ExtremeHeat #Heatwave #VermontWx #ClimateDiaryVermont #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #VermontResources
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#Vermont - Current #EmergencyShelters and #CoolingCenters
Not all shelters and cooling centers will be listed here; only those reported to VEM. You can call your town to ask about local warming centers, or call 2-1-1 to find a facility.
https://vem.vermont.gov/shelters
Map of cooling sites in Vermont:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4fdb83b1ece3427ea81d83446ffb420bVermont’s Emergency Shelter Providers
https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/Vermont Public Libraries (most will be closed on Friday because of the holiday):
https://libraries.vermont.gov/find-vermont-libraries?_gl=1*13juud8*_ga*Mzk5MDM0NDcyLjE3ODI4MzY3MDY.*_ga_V9WQH77KLW*czE3ODI4MzY3MDUkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODI4MzY4MjQkajI1JGwwJGgw#ExtremeHeat #Heatwave #VermontWx #ClimateDiaryVermont #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #VermontResources
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#Vermont - Current #EmergencyShelters and #CoolingCenters
Not all shelters and cooling centers will be listed here; only those reported to VEM. You can call your town to ask about local warming centers, or call 2-1-1 to find a facility.
https://vem.vermont.gov/shelters
Map of cooling sites in Vermont:
https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/4fdb83b1ece3427ea81d83446ffb420bVermont’s Emergency Shelter Providers
https://helpingtohousevt.org/vermonts-emergency-shelter-providers/Vermont Public Libraries (most will be closed on Friday because of the holiday):
https://libraries.vermont.gov/find-vermont-libraries?_gl=1*13juud8*_ga*Mzk5MDM0NDcyLjE3ODI4MzY3MDY.*_ga_V9WQH77KLW*czE3ODI4MzY3MDUkbzEkZzEkdDE3ODI4MzY4MjQkajI1JGwwJGgw#ExtremeHeat #Heatwave #VermontWx #ClimateDiaryVermont #ClimateChange #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #VermontResources
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#PortlandME and other #Maine communities open #CoolingCenters ahead of dangerous heat wave
Maine Public | By Carol Bousquet
June 30, 2026"The National Weather Service says an #ExtremeHeat watch starting Wednesday is expected to make outdoor temperatures in the 90s feel more like 105-110 degrees.
"In Portland, the #PortlandPublicLibrary at 5 Monument Square will serve as the city's cooling center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. (PPL will be closed on Friday.)
"On Friday, the #TroubhIceArena at 225 Park Avenue will serve as a cooling center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
"Deering Oaks Ravine wading pool and #SplashPads around the city are also open.
"The Maine Emergency Management Agency website also lists locations for cooling centers throughout the state.
"The Maine Department of Health and Human Services’ Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following tips to protect yourself, loved ones, and neighbors during periods of high heat:
- Keep cool inside: Use air conditioning in your home, or go to an air-conditioned public place like a store, public library, restaurant or cooling center. If you can’t access air conditioning, take frequent cool showers or baths. Cool your home by closing windows and shades during the day and opening them back up at night.
- Keep cool outside: If you have to be outdoors, stay out of the sun as much as possible (or shift your activities to the early morning or evening, as long as the air quality is good), take frequent breaks from activity, and wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing, a hat and sunscreen.
- Stay hydrated: Drink more fluids than usual, even if you don’t feel thirsty, and avoid alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks if possible. Check with your doctor first if you take water pills or diuretics.
- Know the symptoms: Monitor yourself and those around you. Seek medical care if anyone experiences symptoms like muscle cramps, very heavy sweating, shortness of breath, dizziness, headaches, confusion, weakness or nausea.
- Recognize your risk: Check the Maine CDC At Risk page to see who is at greater risk for heat illness and what signs to watch out for, and learn what to do if you or someone you care for is more at risk from extreme heat.
- Check on your family, neighbors and friends: Be sure to check in on those around you who live alone, who don’t have air conditioning, or who might otherwise need assistance."#MEMA list of Cooling Centers:
https://www.maine.gov/mema/response-recovery/mass-care#MaineCDC #AtRisk page:
https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/healthy-living/health-and-safety/climate-and-health/heat-related-illness/at-risk-groups#Heatwave #MaineWx #ClimateDiaryMaine #ClimateChange #ExtremeHeat #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #MaineResources
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#PortlandME and other #Maine communities open #CoolingCenters ahead of dangerous heat wave
Maine Public | By Carol Bousquet
June 30, 2026"The National Weather Service says an #ExtremeHeat watch starting Wednesday is expected to make outdoor temperatures in the 90s feel more like 105-110 degrees.
"In Portland, the #PortlandPublicLibrary at 5 Monument Square will serve as the city's cooling center from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday. (PPL will be closed on Friday.)
"On Friday, the #TroubhIceArena at 225 Park Avenue will serve as a cooling center from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
"Deering Oaks Ravine wading pool and #SplashPads around the city are also open.
"The Maine Emergency Management Agency website also lists locations for cooling centers throughout the state.
"The Maine Department of Health and Human Services’ Center for Disease Control and Prevention recommends the following tips to protect yourself, loved ones, and neighbors during periods of high heat:
- Keep cool inside: Use air conditioning in your home, or go to an air-conditioned public place like a store, public library, restaurant or cooling center. If you can’t access air conditioning, take frequent cool showers or baths. Cool your home by closing windows and shades during the day and opening them back up at night.
- Keep cool outside: If you have to be outdoors, stay out of the sun as much as possible (or shift your activities to the early morning or evening, as long as the air quality is good), take frequent breaks from activity, and wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing, a hat and sunscreen.
- Stay hydrated: Drink more fluids than usual, even if you don’t feel thirsty, and avoid alcohol, caffeine, and sugary drinks if possible. Check with your doctor first if you take water pills or diuretics.
- Know the symptoms: Monitor yourself and those around you. Seek medical care if anyone experiences symptoms like muscle cramps, very heavy sweating, shortness of breath, dizziness, headaches, confusion, weakness or nausea.
- Recognize your risk: Check the Maine CDC At Risk page to see who is at greater risk for heat illness and what signs to watch out for, and learn what to do if you or someone you care for is more at risk from extreme heat.
- Check on your family, neighbors and friends: Be sure to check in on those around you who live alone, who don’t have air conditioning, or who might otherwise need assistance."#MEMA list of Cooling Centers:
https://www.maine.gov/mema/response-recovery/mass-care#MaineCDC #AtRisk page:
https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/mecdc/healthy-living/health-and-safety/climate-and-health/heat-related-illness/at-risk-groups#Heatwave #MaineWx #ClimateDiaryMaine #ClimateChange #ExtremeHeat #HeatRelatedIllness #StayCool #MaineResources