Massachusetts Braces for Extreme Heat Wave this Week
Massachusetts is set to endure a dangerous heat wave peaking early this week, with temperatures feeling as high as 110 degrees. An extreme heat warning has been issued for Eastern and Central Massachusetts, effective until 8 p.m. Tuesday. Meanwhile, Western Massachusetts is under a heat advisory, where temperatures could feel up to 104 degrees.
Forecasters from the National Weather Service are raising alarms about the potential for increased heat-related illnesses, urging residents to take precautions. They recommend drinking plenty of water, retreating to air-conditioned spaces, and checking on neighbors and family members. The combination of high humidity and direct sunlight will push temperatures into the high 90s across much of the state on Monday, with heat indexes expected to reach between 105 and 110 degrees.
In the Capital city, Boston, temperatures could hit 92 degrees, with warmer conditions likely by the afternoon. Worcester and Springfield are expected to see highs of 98 degrees, with heat felt as high as 104 and 107 degrees, respectively. While the mainland swelters, Cape Cod and the Islands are expected to remain cooler due to refreshing sea breezes, with highs in the 80s.
As night falls, conditions will remain uncomfortably warm and muggy, leading to even higher temperatures on Tuesday. Forecasters are monitoring the situation closely, predicting record-breaking temperatures over 100 degrees in most parts of the state, except along coastal regions. Residents are advised to stay cautious and look out for each other as they navigate this oppressive heat wave.
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