Friday, July 22, 2011
As temperatures could possibly reach the triple digits, local officials are reminding Portsmouth residents to be careful in the heat.
Portsmouth Fire Chief Jeffrey P. Lynch is reminding residents to stay cool today as temperatures inch closer to triple-digits. Lynch said residents should, "Stay out of the sun. Stay hydrated. And, check in on neighbors who are elderly or ill." Whether or not a regional shelter with Middletown will be open is unknown at this time, but unlikely. According to Lynch, very few people visit such a shelter when open. The hot temps, as well as oppressive humidity, are expected to continue through Saturday. A heat advisory is in effect until 6 p.m. this evening with temperatures expected to reach between 95 and 100. The National Weather Services advises residents to stay in air-conditioned environments and drink plenty of fluids, as well as avoid …
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Portsmouth Multi Purpose Senior Center
110 Bristol Ferry Rd, Portsmouth, RI
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Portsmouth Free Public Library
2658 E Main Rd, Portsmouth, RI
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Teddy's Beach
Park Ave & Point Rd, Portsmouth, RI
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Sandy Point Beach
Sandy Point Ave & Sigourney Rd, Portsmouth, RI
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The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is predicting that air quality will reach unhealthy levels in the southern coastal areas of Rhode Island.
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Friday, July 22, 2011
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is predicting that air quality will reach unhealthy levels in the southern half of Rhode Island today. The poor air quality will be due to elevated ground level ozone concentrations as temperatures reach close to 100. All regular RIPTA buses and trolleys, but excluding special services, will be free today due to the unhealthy air quality. Ozone is a major component of smog and is formed by the photochemical reaction of pollutants emitted by motor vehicles, industry and other sources in the presence of elevated temperatures and sunlight. Rhode Island residents can help reduce air pollutant emissions. Limit car travel and the use of small engines, lawn motors and charcoal lighter …
Monday, July 18, 2011
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is predicting that air quality will reach unhealthy levels in the southern half of Rhode Island in the mid to late afternoon on Monday.
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Monday, July 18, 2011
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management is predicting that air quality will reach unhealthy levels in the southern half of Rhode Island in the mid to late afternoon today. A very warm and very humid air mass with west to southwest winds will be present at that time, which will lead to unhealthy air conditions. The poor air quality will be due to elevated ground level ozone concentrations. All regular RIPTA buses and trolleys, but excluding special services, will be free today due to the unhealthy air quality. Ozone is a major component of smog and is formed by the photochemical reaction of pollutants emitted by motor vehicles, industry and other sources in the presence of elevated temperatures and sunlight. Rhode Island …
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is predicting that air quality will reach unhealthy levels in the southern half of Rhode Island in the mid- to late-afternoon on Wednesday.
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is predicting that air quality will reach unhealthy levels in the southern half of Rhode Island in the mid- to late-afternoon on Wednesday. A very warm and very humid air mass with west to southwest winds will be present at that time, which will lead to unhealthy air conditions. The poor air quality will be due to elevated ground level ozone concentrations. Ozone is a major component of smog and is formed by the photochemical reaction of pollutants emitted by motor vehicles, industry and other sources in the presence of elevated temperatures and sunlight. Rhode Island residents can help reduce air pollutant emissions. Limit car travel and the use of small engines, lawn motors …
nun
7:53 am on Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Looks a little chilly in that picture more ›