Urgent Weather Message – Heat Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory in effect until 8pm on Friday June 12, 2026 with Heat Index values up to 96 in portions of Central, Eastern, Northeastern, and Southeastern Massachusetts and Northern Rhode Island.
Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses.
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
Gardner Magazine has reached out to find out if the City of Gardner will have any designated cooling centers. Note that the Levi-Heywood Memorial Library is air-conditioned and will be open Friday from 9am to 3pm. If you decide to shop, many of the area stores are air-conditioned. Leave your pets at home – do not leave them in a vehicle under any circumstances.