Heat advisory in effect today, June 28th from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm.
The Bedford Library, located at 3 Meetinghouse Rd. will be open as a cooling station today from 10:00am-7:30pm.
From www.weather.gov:
…HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM THIS MORNING TO
8 PM EDT THIS EVENING…
* WHAT…Heat index values up to 100 expected.
* WHERE…Portions of central, northern and southern New
Hampshire and south central, southwest and western Maine.
* WHEN…From 11 AM to 8 PM EDT Monday.
* IMPACTS…Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat
illnesses to occur.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out
of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young
children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles
under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When
possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or
evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat
stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when
possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational
Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent
rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone
overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1.
