cooling centers

Wednesday evening: Mostly clear, hot. Temps in the 80s. Overnight Wednesday night: Variable clouds, increasing humidity. Lows around 70. Thursday: Hazy, hot, humid – chance PM & evening storm. Highs in the 90s, heat index 95-100. Friday: Continued hot with hazy sun. Highs in the 90s, heat index near 100.

With a heat wave in the forecast, many communities are already announcing details on cooling stations for those in need. Statewide, the Massachusetts Department of Recreation and Conservation plans to open beaches, pools, waterfronts and spray decks for longer hours starting Wednesday: DCR pools will close at 7:45 p.m., beaches and waterfronts will be guarded until 6:45 p.m., wading pools…