When Will It End? Heat Advisory Issued for Tewksbury

Heat index values expected to top 100 degrees.

Loving the heat this summer? Well, it's continuing today but may reach dangerous levels. According to the National Weather Service, a heat advisory has been issued for Tewksbury today. The advisory will be in effect from 1-7 p.m. What does this mean for you? Residents can expect temperatures to peak in the mid 90s, with humidity levels reaching 70 degrees. The combined readings will make it feel closer to 102. Heat index values that reach 103 degrees will result in dangerous conditions for those spending prolonged periods of time outdoors. To reduce the risk of heat illness, the NWS recommends drinking plenty of fluids, staying in an air-conditioned room and out of the sun. Any outdoor activities during these hours should be rescheduled …

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Wednesday, June 15

Bits of knowledge to help make you the smartest person in the drive-thru line.

Here are 5 pieces of information to help make you the smartest person at your office dreaming about icing ... and not just because it's time for the monthly office birthday party. 1. It's Happening Today: The Bruins and the Canucks have been beating the tar out of each other for the better part of two weeks and it all comes down to this: Game 7 tonight in Vancouver, winner take all for the Stanley Cup. The puck is scheduled to drop shortly after 8 p.m. 2. It's NOT Happening Today: Under pressure from Boston Police and Boston Mayor Tom Menino, TD Garden officials will NOT be opening the Garden for a viewing of Game 7. Boston officials cited public safety concerns. Along those same lines, the area around the TD Garden will be closed off …

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