（Boston Orange編譯）波士頓市市長吳弭指天氣預報7月16至18日的氣溫將高達91至97華氏度之間，入夜也一樣熱，今天（7月15日）宣佈波士頓市這2天進入高溫緊急狀態。市內所有的波士頓青年及家庭中心（BCYF)將向全民開放。
吳弭市長表示：「我們的首要任務是保護所有波士頓市民的健康與安全，尤其是我們最脆弱的居民。」她呼籲社區民眾務必關注並為極端高溫做好準備。
緊急應變主任Adrian Jordan補充道：「我們敦促所有居民保持涼爽、補充水分，並關心鄰居——特別是老年人和最脆弱的人群。您的安全是我們的首要任務。」
波士頓市為協助市民因應熱浪，將：
開放納涼中心： 所有波士頓青少年與家庭中心（BCYF）納涼中心以及額外的BCYF中心將於週三至週五正常開放，供市民進入避暑。位於布萊頓的Age Strong Veronica B. Smith老年中心也將作為納涼中心。
開放公共設施： 戲水池已在城市各地的公園和遊樂場開放。多個城市游泳池也開放供游泳。波士頓公共圖書館各分館也歡迎居民入內避暑。
吳弭市長還提醒市民注意在高溫天氣中的安全，包括
切勿將兒童和寵物單獨留在車內，即使時間很短。
保持水分充足，不論活動量如何，都要大量飲水。避免酒精飲料和高糖或高咖啡因的液體。
透過頻繁的冷水淋浴、遮蔭、空調或風扇來保持涼爽。
若無法避免戶外活動，務必在陰涼處休息，不斷飲水（即使不渴），並留意頭暈、噁心或意識模糊等警告信號。
了解中暑的徵兆（大量出汗、皮膚濕冷、頭暈、噁心和肌肉痠痛）。如果症狀持續，請立即撥打911。
成人和兒童應使用防曬係數30或更高的防曬乳，並穿著保護性、寬鬆的衣物，包括長袖襯衫和帽子。
若家中孩童的窗戶位於二樓或更高，除了紗窗外，請務必使用兒童窗戶防護欄。
按照製造商的說明固定所有窗式空調機組。
若前往海灘、湖泊或游泳池消暑，請在有救生員的地方游泳。務必看管好水邊的兒童，並確保他們穿著美國海岸警衛隊批准的救生衣。
請致電或探望鄰居，特別是老年人和殘疾人士。
請將寵物留在室內，保持水分充足和涼爽，因為瀝青和地面在炎熱天氣下會異常高溫且不安全。
援助無家可歸者
波士頓市府籲請民眾若發現看似無法移動或迷失方向的個人，或居住在車輛中的家庭，請詢問他們是否需要幫助並立即撥打911。
波士頓公共衛生委員會（BPHC）營運的緊急避難所配有空調（男士避難所：112 Southampton St；女士避難所：794 Massachusetts Ave）全天24小時開放。當氣溫達到90華氏度或更高時，將允許有非暴力限制的人員進入避難所避暑。
其他安全提示
遊樂場安全： 戶外，包括遊樂場和人造草皮運動場，地表可能變得極熱並導致燙傷，即使是戲水區和噴水甲板也一樣。務必穿鞋。
戶外用火和燒烤： 波士頓不允許任何戶外用火，包括火坑、壁爐和篝火。木炭烤架必須放在地面上並遠離建築物。請注意風向，切勿讓烤架無人看管。一旦完全熄滅，將灰燼倒入金屬容器中。丙烷罐烤架只允許在一樓有階梯通向地面的門廊上使用。請勿將丙烷罐烤架靠近空調或靠牆放置。確保所有連接緊密，切勿將丙烷罐帶入家中。烤架應始終在通風良好的區域使用。
波士頓市依照《波士頓高溫韌性解決方案框架》，為炎夏做準備，籲請民眾關心鄰居，老年人，兒童或無家可歸者。民眾查詢資源，可上網boston.gov/heat。
MAYOR WU DECLARES HEAT EMERGENCY WEDNESDAY, JULY 16 THROUGH FRIDAY, JULY 18 AND OPENS BCYF COOLING CENTERS TO ALL RESIDENTS
BOSTON - Tuesday, July 15, 2025 - Mayor Michelle Wu today issued a heat emergency for the City of Boston beginning tomorrow, Wednesday, July 16 through Friday, July 18 due to the upcoming weather forecasts. The heat index for this period of time is forecasted to range from 91 degrees to 97 degrees with little relief overnight. The threshold for a heat emergency in the City of Boston is two or more days with a heat index of 95 degrees.
“Our top priority is to protect the health and safety of all Bostonians, especially our most vulnerable residents," said Mayor Michelle Wu. “As temperatures continue to rise, the City is here to support residents in every way possible, and we continue to ask community members to please take care and prepare accordingly for the extreme heat.”
“We urge all residents to stay cool, stay hydrated, and check on neighbors—especially older adults and those most vulnerable. Your safety is our top priority.”said Chief Adrian Jordan, Chief of Emergency Preparedness. “If you see someone who looks like they are suffering from heat related illness report it immediately.”
The City of Boston is taking critical immediate action to provide heat relief, including short-term, actionable steps toward relief during heat waves. The City of Boston has been engaging in a variety of projects to support extreme heat mitigation and improved health for residents. Anyone, regardless of their medical conditions, can feel the impacts of extreme heat. During a heat wave, Boston Emergency Medical Services typically experiences a 10-15% increase in calls to 9-1-1 for people of all ages.
Splash pads are open at various parks and playgrounds throughout the city. Several city pools are also available for swimming. Find splash pad locations, and pool locations and operating hours at Boston.gov/pools. Learn more about how to create a free membership and register for a swim session at the indoor pools at Boston.gov/BCYF-registration. All Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) Cooling Centers plus additional BCYF centers are available Wednesday through Friday during their normal operating hours for people to come in and cool off. Age Strong’s Veronica B. Smith Senior Center in Brighton will also serve as a Cooling Center.
Boston Public Library locations are also available for residents to seek relief from the heat. Patrons are always welcome to participate in BPL’s summer programming for kids, teens, and adults.
Information on heat safety tips can be found online at boston.gov/heat (including videos of the tips in American Sign Language) and by following @CityofBoston on X. Residents can sign up for AlertBoston, 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:
- 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. More tips for cooling down at home can be found here.
- If you can’t avoid being outside, it’s critical to take breaks in the shade, drink water constantly — even if you’re not thirsty — and watch for warning signs like dizziness, nausea, or confusion.
- 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 9-1-1 immediately. Do not delay care. Heat is the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the U.S. and can exacerbate underlying illnesses.
- Adults and children should use sunscreen containing an SPF-30 or higher and wear protective, loose-fitting clothing including long sleeve shirts and hats.
- 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.
- If you are heading to a beach, lake, or pool to beat the heat, swim where lifeguards are present. Always watch children near the water and make sure they’re wearing a U.S. Coast Guard approved life jacket.
- Please call or check on neighbors, especially older adults and people with disabilities.
- Please keep pets indoors, hydrated, and cool as asphalt and ground conditions are significantly hotter and unsafe during heat.
Helping Individuals Experiencing Homelessness:
- If you notice individuals who seem unable to move or disoriented, or families living in vehicles, please ask them if they need help and call 9-1-1 immediately.
- The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) operates emergency shelters at 112 Southampton St (men’s shelter) and 794 Massachusetts Ave (women’s shelter). These facilities are air conditioned and open 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Amnesty will be called at temperatures of 90 degrees or above, so those with non-violent restrictions can access shelter out of the heat.
- 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 water on outreach routes.
Playground Safety:
- Shoes should be worn outdoors, including playgrounds and turf athletic fields, as surfaces can become extremely hot and cause burns, even on 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 grills unattended. 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.
The City of Boston’s work is guided by the Heat Resilience Solutions for Bostonframework to prepare for hotter summers and more intense heat events. The Heat Plan presents 26 strategies that will help build a more just, equitable, and resilient Boston. Visit boston.gov/heat regularly to learn more about the latest strategies for staying cool and to access the most up-to-date resources available. Each individual, family, and community’s plan may look different: from accessing one of Boston’s public pools or parks, or requesting a pop-up cooling kit for use at an outdoor event. You can read more about the strategies to stay cool this summer in the Summer Cooling Guide. In all extreme heat situations, please look out for your community, specifically heat-sensitive residents like elders, children, or unhoused people.
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