BOSTON - Saturday,
June 5, 2021 - Today Mayor Kim Janey declared a heat emergency in the City
of Boston beginning Sunday, June 6, 2021 and lasting through Tuesday, June
8, 2021. Temperatures are expected to be in the mid 90s.
“It will be the
first time this year that we’ve seen heat and humidity like this for an
extended period of time. We are opening our cooling centers so all
residents have an option to come inside and cool off in air conditioning,”
said Mayor Janey. “I’m urging everyone to take precautions and find ways to
stay cool over the next few days. Please watch out for each other. If you
see someone out in the heat who appears in distress and needs help, call
911 immediately.”
To help residents
stay cool, Cooling Centers will be open at Boston Centers for Youth
& Families (BCYF) community centers from Sunday through Tuesday, 10
a.m. to 6 p.m. A full list of centers that will be available can be found
at Boston.gov/Heat. Tot sprays are open at parks and playgrounds in the City. Outdoor City-operated pools
have not opened for the season at this time. Select indoor pools are
available for lap swim. Pre-register to swim at Boston.gov/BCYF-Registration.
Information on heat
safety tips can be found online at boston.gov/heat and by following @CityofBoston on Twitter. Residents can sign up for Alert
Boston, the City's emergency notification system, to receive emergency
alerts by phone, email or text. Sign up online here. Residents are also encouraged to call 311 with any questions
about available city services.
The Mayor issued the
following heat safety tips for all members of the public:
Children and pets
should never be left alone in vehicles, even for short periods of time.
·
Stay
hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids regardless of activity level. Avoid
alcoholic beverages and liquids high in sugar or caffeine.
·
Keep
cool with frequent cool showers, shade, and air conditioning or fans.
·
Adults
and children should use sunscreen containing an SPF-30 or higher and wear
protective, loose-fitting clothing, including long sleeve shirts and hats.
·
Limit
outdoor activity to morning and evening hours. Rest often in shady areas
and be extra cautious from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., when the sun's UV radiation
is strongest.
·
Know
the signs of heat exhaustion. Heavy sweating, cool and clammy skin,
dizziness, nausea, and muscle aches could all be signs of heat exhaustion.
If symptoms persist, call 911 immediately. Do not delay care. Heat is the
leading cause of weather-related deaths in the US and can exacerbate
underlying illnesses.
·
If
you have a child in your home, use child window guards in addition to
screens on any open window on the second story or above. Falls are the
leading cause of injury for children under the age of six.
·
Secure
all window air conditioner units according to the manufacturer's
specifications.
·
Please
call or virtually check on neighbors, especially older adults, and people
with disabilities.
Helping the
Homeless:
·
If
you see individuals out in the heat who appear immobile or disoriented,
please call 911. Please ask them if they need assistance.
·
The
Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) operates emergency shelters at 112
Southampton St. and 794 Massachusetts Ave. These facilities are air
conditioned and open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Amnesty has been
called because of extremely high temperatures so those with non-violent
restrictions can access shelter.
·
The
City of Boston works closely with a network of shelter providers to ensure
there is adequate shelter, food, water, and a cool respite from the heat.
·
Street
outreach teams providing recovery services remain operating as normal
during summertime weather. Outreach teams are providing sunscreen and water
on outreach routes and in the comfort station.
·
Engagement
Center: The Engagement Center remains open from 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. Air
conditioning, water, sunscreen and nursing are provided on site. Showers
and running water are available.
·
The
Comfort Station: The Comfort Station is open weekdays from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Water, sunscreen and nursing are provided on site.
Playground
Safety:
·
Children
should always wear shoes on playgrounds because surfaces can become
extremely hot and cause burns, even splash pads and spray decks.
Outdoor Fires and
Grilling:
·
No
outdoor fires are allowed in Boston, including fire pits, chimineas, and
bonfires.
·
Charcoal
grills must be on the ground and away from buildings. Keep in mind the wind
and never leave unattended. When done, dispose of the ash in a metal
container once completely out.
·
Propane
tank grills are only allowed on first floor porches with steps to the
ground. Do not place propane tank grills near air conditioners or up
against a building. Make sure all connections are tight and never carry
propane tanks into a home.
·
Grills
should always be used in a well-ventilated area. |
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