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A Message from Emergency Management

High Heat Advisory
Posted on: July 26, 2023 - 3:19pm

Good afternoon,

The current forecast calls for extreme heat Thursday and Friday, with the heat index potentially exceeding 100 degrees. The Town of Scituate will be providing a Cooling Center at the Scituate Senior Center on Thursday & Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm. If needed, on Saturday the Cooling Center will be located at the Town Library from 9am-5pm.

The GATRA on Demand Seacoast is available for transportation in the service area by calling 800-698-7676. If a resident needs transport and is unable to use GATRA, you can contact the non-emergency line at the Public Safety Complex 781-545-1212.  If you have a medical emergency please dial 911.

Please stay hydrated and review the American Red Cross Heat Wave Safety Checklist.

Fire safety tips: When using a portable/window air conditioner & need an extension cord please make sure it is a heavy-duty cord, shorter cords are recommended. Please make sure you keep any flammables away from mulch beds and absolutely no outside fires will be allowed until the drought subsides. 

Be well & stay cool!