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Mayor Wu has declared an excessive heat warning in the City of Boston for
Wednesday, July 1st to Friday, July 3rd due to anticipated temperatures.
Visit
boston.gov/heat for resources and swipe right for more information about how to stay cool in Allston-Brighton!
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STAY COOL IN ALLSTON - BRIGHTON
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Brighton Marine / BrightonOne - Relocated Veronica Smith Senior Center Cooling Center:
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City of Boston
Park
Spray Decks:
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Hobart Park, Brighton
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Hardiman Park, Oak Square
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Smith Playground, Allston
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Roberts Playground, Allston
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Shubow Park, Brighton
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Joyce Playground, Brighton
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DCR
Pools and Spray Decks
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Boston
Public Library Locations
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Oak Square YMCA
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Harvard
Blodgett Pool
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During this heat warning, the below Boston cultural institutions will offer free admission to Boston residents:
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Museum of Science
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Institute of Contemporary Art
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Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the United States Senate
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John F. Kennedy Presidental Library and Museum (July 3rd-July 5th)
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HEAT SAFETY TIPS FROM MAYOR WU
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Check in
with friends, family and neighbors.
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Hydrate and have plenty of drinking water available.
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Dress for the weather:
Wear sunscreen and loose-fitting, light clothing.
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Keep your home cool:
Cover your windows to block out heat using curtains, towels, or aluminum-foil-covered cardboard reflectors. If possible, you should also prepare meals that don’t require an oven or stove to reduce heat in your home.
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Limit Outdoor Activity during the hottest times of the day. Go outside during cooler hours in the early morning and evening. If you cannot avoid being outside,
it is 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.
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Find a Cool Space: If your home is hot, try to spend time in an air-conditioned space during midday, the hottest time of day. A full list of cooling centers is
available on
boston.gov/heat.
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Transportation Resources: If you are an older adult and need help getting to a cooler space and need a ride, the Age Strong Commission offers discounted taxi
vouchers for seniors and people with disabilities. Call 617-635-4366 for more information.
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Residents can sign up to receive updates through
AlertBoston, the City’s emergency mass notification system, by phone, text, or email for information regarding extreme weather events. AlertBoston notifications are available in 11 languages.
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