Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has declared a cold weather emergency for the city, effective from Friday through Sunday. The declaration comes ahead of frigid temperatures expected to move into the region during this period.
Under the current threshold, Boston is expected to experience one or more days of -10°F or below observed wind chill, prompting the mayor's decision. Additionally, temperatures are also forecasted to drop below 0°F for at least a day, prompting the cold advisory threshold.
The cold weather emergency will be in effect from Friday through Sunday, with Wu urging residents to take necessary precautions to stay safe and warm during this period. Children, the elderly, and those experiencing homelessness are particularly vulnerable to hypothermia and frostbite.
Residents are advised to dress warmly by wearing multiple layers of loose-fitting clothing instead of relying on one heavy layer. The mayor has also announced that shelters will be available for those in need, including warming centers at local community centers during operating hours.
Temperatures are expected to drop significantly over the weekend, with forecasters predicting partly sunny skies with flurries on Friday and Saturday, followed by cold temperatures on Sunday. Snow is predicted on Monday, with temperatures lingering below freezing throughout the week.
The city's emergency declaration comes as residents prepare for a prolonged period of frigid weather, prompting calls to prioritize public safety and community well-being during this time.
Under the current threshold, Boston is expected to experience one or more days of -10°F or below observed wind chill, prompting the mayor's decision. Additionally, temperatures are also forecasted to drop below 0°F for at least a day, prompting the cold advisory threshold.
The cold weather emergency will be in effect from Friday through Sunday, with Wu urging residents to take necessary precautions to stay safe and warm during this period. Children, the elderly, and those experiencing homelessness are particularly vulnerable to hypothermia and frostbite.
Residents are advised to dress warmly by wearing multiple layers of loose-fitting clothing instead of relying on one heavy layer. The mayor has also announced that shelters will be available for those in need, including warming centers at local community centers during operating hours.
Temperatures are expected to drop significantly over the weekend, with forecasters predicting partly sunny skies with flurries on Friday and Saturday, followed by cold temperatures on Sunday. Snow is predicted on Monday, with temperatures lingering below freezing throughout the week.
The city's emergency declaration comes as residents prepare for a prolonged period of frigid weather, prompting calls to prioritize public safety and community well-being during this time.
so cold and windy in boston u gotta stay inside most of the time lol anyway i heard they got warming centers set up at community centers which is cool thinkin someone's lookin out for all those people experiencing homelessness 
but i feel bad 4 the kids and elderly too cant even play outside cuz its like -10°F or below 
hope everyone stays safe & warm over this crazy weekend 
I'm a bit concerned about this cold snap, tbh. I mean, I get that it's not ideal, but the mayor's warning is pretty clear. It's not like we're getting hit with blizzards or anything crazy, just a couple of days of really chilly temps. Still, I feel for all the vulnerable folks out there - kids, seniors, and those struggling to find stable housing. 
It's gotta be tough to stay warm on the streets. I'm all for dressing warmly and taking precautions, that's all good. But let's also make sure our community centers have enough space and resources to support those who need it most. We should be looking out for each other, even when the weather is harsh 
those who dont have heating should def go to shelters 
warmth is priority 
! I mean, I know they say winter is coming but -10°F wind chill? That's like, totally crazy talk 
. Seriously though, gotta give props to Mayor Wu for declaring a cold weather emergency. It's not gonna be easy living outside in those temps, especially with the homeless population and all 
. Shelter options are always a good idea, but I wish they had more warming centers open for people who don't have a warm place to go right now 
. Still, at least the city is prioritizing safety and community well-being during this time... let's hope everyone stays safe and warm! 
Now, everyone's always connected and expecting instant gratification... anyway, back to the present! Michelle Wu is being a total lifesaver by declaring that cold weather emergency. I mean, who needs hypothermia, am I right? 
, dont say im not warnin u tho! cold weather emergencies r always a good idea, especially with seniors & kids gettin vulnerable 2 hypothermia & frostbite. gotta take precautions like layerin up w/ multiple layers of comfy clothes instead of relyin on that one heavy jacket. shelters r available too, so if u r in a bind, know where to go