Mayor Menino Issues Heat Advisory for Tuesday — High of 99 Predicted
Forecasters say the high could be 99 degrees on Tuesday. Here is a list of ways to stay cool and safe.
UPDATE, Tuesday 1:50 p.m.: Mayor Menino will keep the city's indoor pools open until 9:30 p.m. today because of the heat. Boston could break record highs on Tuesday as the mercury is expected to hit 99. ~~~~~~ Mayor Thomas Menino has declared a heat advisory. He activated the city's alert system, which sent out texts, emails and phone calls with a warning to stay safe. The following tips are from the city's heat information page. Do: Don't: Be sure to take breaks in the shade while outside, wear loose, light-colored clothing and sunscreen, and try to stay inside where it's air-conditioned. Remember that children, the elderly and homeless people are particularly susceptible. Heat-related illness such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke can …
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