WEATHER ADVISORY: Oppressive Heat Expected Until Saturday

Heat Advisory Issued for Massachusetts; Truro Outside of Advisory Area but Residents Encouraged to Take Precautions; Potential for Severe Thunderstorms for All of Massachusetts

PRESS RELEASE - July 27, 2023 (Truro, MA) – The National Weather Service (NWS) is forecasting a period of oppressive heat across Massachusetts starting Thursday, July 27, 2023, through Saturday, July 29, 2023. While Truro is outside of the heat advisory area, higher temperatures are expected.

During this timeframe, shower/storm activity may help break oppressive heat. Truro is expecting winds of 10 to 20 mph throughout this event which could potentially provide some relief from the heat in our area. The public is encouraged to take precautions to prevent heat-related illness. High temperatures and humidity can put people at risk of heat exhaustion and heat stroke, especially outdoor workers, older adults, young children, and other vulnerable populations.

Additionally, there is a risk for severe thunderstorms across most of the state, including our area. Eversource is currently monitoring the potential for impactful weather and is prepared to respond.

The Truro Emergency Management Team was activated in preparation for this weather event and will continue to monitor the situation throughout the duration. The Truro Public Library (7 Standish Way, North Truro) is open 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Friday and Saturday to serve as a cooling station (and charging station in the event of any power outages).

The Truro Fire & Rescue Department and Truro Police Department have also increased staffing over the weekend. The public may call Public Safety for non-emergency assistance at (508) 487-8730 (non-emergency). In the event of an emergency, please call 9-1-1.

See below press release for more information on knowing the signs of heat-related illness, precautions for Truro residents & visitors, and pet safety.

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