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FIRST ALERT: Thousands Without Power in Mass. Following Severe Storms
A breezy, hot, and humid evening ahead with a few showers and storms developing, some of which may be on the strong to severe side with heavy rain, hail, and gusty winds. Over 15,000 customers, mostly in eastern Massachusetts, were without power as of 8:30 p.m. after a series of severe thunderstorms passed through Greater Boston. Trees and wires were…
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Managing Work Outside in Extreme Heat in Boston
The brutal heat does not mean outside work stops for many in the city.
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It Will Be Dangerously Hot This Week. Here's What to Look Out For
We have dangerous heat on the way for Thursday and Friday. Highs will again reach the 90s, but it becomes dangerous once the humidity is factored in. The humidity is moisture in the air, and dewpoint is a measure of how much moisture is in the air. Dewpoints will be in the mid-60s tomorrow, low 70s by Friday into...
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New Hampshire Officials Urge Caution Ahead of Intense Heat
People in New Hampshire are being urged to use caution ahead of some extreme heat moving into the region. The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for parts of the Granite State from noon to 8 p.m. Thursday. The area impacted by that advisory includes all of Belknap, Carroll, Cheshire, Hillsborough, Merrimack, Rockingham, Strafford and Sullivan counties and…
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Boston Area Braces for Return of Extreme Heat
Boston could see triple digit temperatures on Thursday.
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Amid Extreme Heat, How Will Climate Change Impact Student Athletes?
Climate change and global warming are quite literally cooking our planet. This summer’s extreme heat in the U.S. and across the globe is impacting every facet of our life, including sports. And while the pros get paid to suffer in the heat, what about the next generation of sports stars who practice under the grueling summer sun at sports...
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Thousands Lose Power in Boston on 100-Degree Day
Thousands were without power in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood Sunday during the hottest day of this week’s prolonged heat wave. The temperature reached 100 degrees in Boston, tying a record from last summer and again breaking the previous daily record of 98 that was set back in 1933. All across town people were feeling the heat, especially in Dorchester where as…
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Record Setting Heat Today and Tomorrow, With Thunderstorms Expected as Well
With humidity in place, northern New England has the potential to see strong to severe storms this evening. With hot temperatures and moisture, our atmosphere may become volatile for isolated storms formation along the showers. Severe storm development may bring strong localized wind gusts, hail and frequent lightning. Conditions may also bring rotating storms.
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FIRST ALERT: Hot, Humid Temperatures Across Region Only Get Hotter on Sunday
A tornado warning that was issued around 7:30 p.m. Saturday for parts of Oxford and Franklin counties in western Maine has expired. Meteorologist Cecy del Carmen cautions the strong and severe line of thunderstorms is continuing, however. It is moving east at a rapid pace, has strong wind gusts and is triggering some hail that can cause damage. “Be wary,”…
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Expert Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe in Extremely Hot Weather
With temperatures projected to soar this weekend, pet experts are warning people about what to do, and what not to do, when it comes to taking care of our furry friends in dangerously hot weather. According to Dedham Animal Control Officer Deni Goldman, pets should be kept indoors. “The best thing people can do in the hot weather for their…
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Cities Look to Trees to Combat Heat Islands, But Growth Is Slow
Many major American cities, including Los Angeles, Denver, Phoenix, Chicago and Boston are working to bridge the equity gap in major tree canopy coverage.
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Boston Rolls Out Extreme Heat Plan
The plan outlined is called “Heat Resilience Solutions for Boston” and it includes 26 strategies that the city will implement to “prepare for the effects of climate change.”
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Boston Mayor Wu Unveils Plan to Combat Extreme Heat in the City This Summer
On Earth Day, Boston Mayor Michelle Wu announced new measures to tackle extreme heat in the city as summer approaches. The plan outlined is called “Heat Resilience Solutions for Boston” which includes 26 strategies that the city will implement to “prepare for the effects of climate change.” The plan also identifies on the neighborhoods most likely to carry the biggest…
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People Enjoying Outdoors During Hot Weather
Temperatures this hot can pose safety risks.
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How to Keep Kids Safe as They Deal With Extreme Heat at Summer School, Camp
Most kids want to spend a hot day cooling off at a splash pad, but for those at sports camps outside, or in summer school with no AC, cooling off is not exactly easy.
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Here's How to Beat the Extreme Heat This Week in Boston
With the heat and humidity making temperatures feel like they’re in the triple digits, the city of Boston has declared a heat emergency through Friday. The heat wave kicks off Wednesday throughout New England with hot and humid conditions. Temperatures will top 90° Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, making this a three-day heatwave. Our First Alert weather team is predicting that,…
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‘I'm About to Pass Out': Florida Golfer's Caddie Nearly Faints From Extreme Heat at Tokyo Olympics
Olympic golfer Lexi Thompson’s caddie said he “was about to pass out” from extreme heat on a course in the Tokyo.
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Here's How to Beat the Extreme Heat in Boston
With the heat and humidity making temperatures feel like they’re in the triple digits in some spots, the city of Boston has declared a heat emergency through Wednesday.
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Here's How to Beat the Extreme Heat this Week in Boston
With the heat and humidity making temperatures feel like they’re in the triple digits in some spots, the city of Boston has declared a heat emergency through Wednesday. The heat wave in Boston will kick off Monday with hazy, hot, and humid conditions. Temperatures will likely top 90° Wednesday and Thursday, making this a four or five-day heatwave. Our First…