Boston, Massachusetts – Residents across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and Rhode Island are facing dangerous heat and humidity Wednesday, with the National Weather Service issuing a Heat Advisory for most of the region through 8 p.m.
According to the National Weather Service in Boston, heat index values will climb to 100 degrees by late afternoon, affecting cities from Worcester and Springfield to Providence and Hartford. The advisory covers all of Massachusetts except the Berkshires and Cape Cod, and all of Rhode Island except Block Island.
Extreme heat is expected to challenge public safety. Commuters and outdoor workers in Boston, Lowell, and Cambridge should limit strenuous activity, especially during peak afternoon hours. Local agencies urge residents in Worcester, Brockton, and New Bedford to seek air-conditioned spaces and check on neighbors, especially the elderly and those without reliable cooling.
State health departments recommend drinking extra fluids, avoiding direct sun, and wearing lightweight clothing. Schools and childcare centers in Springfield and Providence are monitoring outdoor activity, while emergency crews in Hartford and Norwood prepare for heat-related illnesses.
With the advisory in effect until 8 p.m., further alerts may be issued if conditions persist. Stay tuned for updates as the heat wave continues across southern New England.
