Cooling Centers Opening Across Maine as Extreme Heat Moves In

100-plus heat a health risk to homeless, seniors in Lowell

LOWELL — Due to what the city called an “unhealthy heat forecast” through Wednesday, with temperatures expected to reach a record-setting 100 degrees and higher, local providers and agencies were keeping an eye on vulnerable populations like Lowell’s seniors and homeless people. “Extreme heat can be dangerous and even life-threatening if precautions are not taken,” the city’s website said. “During prolonged periods of very hot weather, which may…

Where to cool down during Maine’s heat wave

With temperatures in the high 80s and 90 on Monday and Tuesday, cooling centers are opening up across the state. Whether you need a place to

Extreme heat; Racine renters at senior living facility without A/C

The extreme heat blanketing southeast Wisconsin is dangerous. That is especially true for people who do not have central air conditioning. At one Racine senior living community, renters say they are sweating through the pain.

Extreme heat hits Maine: Where to go and what to do as temperatures soar

Maine is facing temperatures in the 90s, with the heat index exceeding 100, leading to warnings from experts and the opening of cooling centers Monday and Tuesday.

Where to find cooling centers across central Illinois

(WAND) — With temperatures rising, cities are listing "cooling centers" locations for anyone looking for relief from the heat.

Cooling centers opening across Maine as extreme heat moves in

Temperatures are expected to soar both Monday and Tuesday