Boston Mayor Michelle Wu has declared a state of emergency due to forecasted extreme cold temperatures this weekend. The National Weather Service expects wind chills to reach around -15 degrees early Sunday morning. The cold conditions are expected to last from today through Monday next week, as per the City of Boston.
City officials warn that extreme cold increases the risk of hypothermia and frostbite, particularly for vulnerable populations such as people experiencing homelessness, older adults, and young children. Boston declares a cold emergency when wind chills reach -10°F or lower for one day or more.
Several locations, including Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) facilities and Boston Public Library branches, will serve as warming centers during regular operating hours…