With temperatures forecast to hit the upper 90s on Monday and Tuesday, the town of Brookline has declared a heat emergency for Monday, June 23 and Tuesday, June 24.
In an announcement, the town recommended that residents use air conditioners and take precautions when outside. To see more tips and resources on the state’s website, click here.
Cooling centers will be open Monday and Tuesday at the Brookline Senior Center at 93 Winchester St (8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.), the public safety building at 350 Washington St. (all hours) and all three public library branches (variable hours).
The shallow pool and dive well at the Evelyn Kirrane Aquatics Center are free to use during the heat emergency, and the town’s many splash pads at parks and playgrounds will be open from dawn to dusk.
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