New England is about to get a blast of summery warmth, as temperatures are expected to hit 80 degrees for the first time since September in Boston.
As many people surely plan to spend at least some of the day outdoors to soak up the sun, there are some things to keep in mind about the weather conditions on Thursday.
Be Careful With Cold Water
Many people might head to the beach to enjoy this unseasonably warm weather – but just because the air is warm, doesn’t mean the water is.
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Water temps in the ocean, lakes and ponds are still cold enough to be a dangerous shock to your system.
Allergy Season Is Here in New England
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If you’re an allergy sufferer, you already know the pollen count has been high for days and remains high with this heat.
The dry weather and wind we’ve had recently is also just blowing all that added pollen around – making it a really tough time with allergies.
Brush Fire Risk in the Region
The wind, heat, and low humidity are not a good combination when it comes to brush fires.
We’ve been averaging over a dozen brush fires a day, each day this week.
That’s why there's been a Red Flag Warning for several days – with fire officials urging people to be careful disposing of cigarettes or cigars, and to not leave any outdoor fire unattended.
