As the heat wave intensifies, many Massachusetts beaches are closed due to high bacteria levels. More than 40 beaches across the state are currently closed, with Tenean Beach in Boston’s Dorchester neighborhood being the only closed beach in the city.
Alternative Cooling Options
For those looking to cool off, the city has set up cooling stations at all Boston Centers for Youth and Family and public library locations. State-owned pools are also open to the public.
The heat wave is expected to continue, with heat indexes reaching 95 degrees or higher for two consecutive days. Boston EMS has seen a 10-15% increase in 911 calls during heat waves, highlighting the importance of being aware of heat illness symptoms.
Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.
