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Town Manager Scott Crabtree Issues Warning Regarding Upcoming High Heat Temperatures and Humidity for Saugus - July 20, 2022

Posted on: July 20, 2022 - 12:00pm

Town Manager Scott Crabtree Issues Warning Regarding Upcoming High Heat Temperatures and Humidity for Saugus

(Saugus, MA) July 20, 2022 – Saugus is expecting and experiencing high temperatures and humidity over the next few days beginning today, Wednesday, July 20, 2022. 

The forecast is calling for excessive heat and high temperatures for the next couple of days.  Hot temperatures combined with high humidity levels may create dangerous heat conditions.  These conditions may cause heat illnesses to occur. 

Residents are urged to take precautions during the predicted extreme heat. Never under any circumstances leave children or pets alone in a vehicle, find an air-conditioned space, or other cool spot for relief, and watch out for heat-related illnesses.  Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, and stay out of the sun.

Please check on your family, friends, and neighbors to make sure they are safe during the extreme heat.  Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 911.

Please contact us if you are in need of any of these emergency services, including needing a cool spot for relief.  We are here to help.

Anyone in need of emergency services should contact Saugus Emergency Management (SEMA) at 781-231-4175, or call 911.

Our Police, Fire, Emergency Management, and Public Works Departments and our Emergency Medical Services are here to assist the residents of Saugus in any way we can. Please do not hesitate to call.

Thank you and be safe.