The Hingham Fire Department would like to remind residents of cooling center information and hot weather safety tips ahead of another stretch of hot weather
The National Weather Service has announced a Heat Advisory, in effect from 11 a.m. Tuesday, July 15th, through 7:00 p.m on Thursday, July 17th, for much of the South Coast area, including Hingham. Temperature highs will range between 90-95°F on both days, with high humidity.
Residents can seek relief from the heat at the following Town facilities:
- Hingham Public Library, at 66 Leavitt Street, with operating hours Monday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The library is also open on Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
- Hingham Center for Active Living, at 224 Central Street, with operating hours Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm, Tuesday 7:30 am – 7 pm, and closed on Fridays. Limited transportation to the Senior Center may be available for homebound senior residents who wish to cool off during the Senior Center’s regular business hours. Call 781-741-1458 to arrange transportation.
Heat Safety Tips
The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency offers a range of tips to prevent heat-related illness and injuries, including:
- Drink plenty of fluids, like water, even if you do not feel thirsty, and avoid alcoholic beverages, drinks with caffeine, and large amounts of sugar — these actually cause you to lose more body fluid.
- Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.
- Slow down, stay indoors, and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day, which is typically around 3 p.m.
- If you're outside, find shade and minimize direct exposure to the sun.
For more information, visit the MEMA web site