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Hot and Hotter

The National Weather Service has a heat watch in effect for Thursday and Friday when temperatures are expected to climb into the 90s in Swampscott.

The National Weather Service has announced an excessive heat watch for Swampscott for Thursday and Friday. 

Temperatures are expected to climb to 95 and 100 degrees, with the heat index making the temperature feel hotter.

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The National Weather Service is advising that the heat can cause illness, and that children, sick and the elderly should take it easy.

Here are some tips:

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  • Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing whenever possible
  • Drink plenty of water and fluids.
  • Avoid prolonged exposure in the sun
  • Try to stay in an air-conditioned environment
  • Regularly check up on relatives and neighbors that are young, old or sick.

Federal officials recommend that workers take lots of breaks either in the shade or air conditioning. 


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