Heat Advisory 6/17/24

The June heat is upon us, and staying cool and comfortable during these soaring temperatures is important. The Town of Hanover would like to remind residents of options available during the next few days for anyone looking to get a break from the upcoming heat. Whether you're a family seeking a cool space to bond, a senior looking for respite, or anyone needing relief, our cooling centers are open to all community members. 

If anyone needs assistance, has questions, or is concerned about the well-being of a fellow resident, don't hesitate to get in touch with Hanover's Town Manager at 339-214-5303 (call/text) or send a message to joseph.colangelo@hanover-ma.gov. For all emergencies, call 911.

For realtime weather conditions in Hanover, visit our Current Weather Conditions resources to view live weather (from Hanover Fire Headquarters) and a live camera view of Hanover Center.

Stay Cool at the Following Locations

• Hanover Council on Aging (665 Center Street)
  • Tuesday, June 18^th: 8:00 am to 8:00 pm
  • Wednesday, June 19^th: Closed for Juneteenth Observance
  • Thursday, June 20^th: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
  • Friday, June 21^st: 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
• John Curtis Free Public Library (534 Hanover Street)
  • Tuesday, June 18^th: 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  • Wednesday, June 19^th: Closed for Juneteenth Observance
  • Thursday, June 20^th: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday, June 21^st: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

Safety Tips

Remember to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Wear lightweight and loose-fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.

Pet Safety

With high temperatures, please leave your dogs and pets at home, where it is nice and cool, whenever possible. Don’t bring them out in your cars or take them for walks. Remember that the inside of a car can heat up to well over 100°F in just a few moments, even with the windows cracked, when it's this hot out. Pets can suffer needlessly and could die when left in a car, even on a moderately hot day.

Additional Information and Emergencies

Residents who need assistance may call the Community Services Department at 781-924-1913. For emergencies or heat-related medical issues, please call 911. 

For safety tips and additional information, visit Hanover-MA.gov/SummerWeather.

Stay cool, stay safe, and stay connected!