More Than 1,500 Brockton Households Without Power

BROCKTON, MA — There are 1,593 households in Brockton currently without power in the aftermath of Thursday night's thunderstorms, the city tweeted at 10:55 a.m. Friday.

Officials said they estimate that the restoration efforts by the National Grid will complete at 12 p.m.

Brockton is under a heat advisory in effect until 8 p.m. Saturday, with heat index values expected to reach 98, according to the National Weather Service.

There is a cooling center open at the Brockton Public Library on 304 Main Street between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m., officials said.

The Massachusetts Emergency Management Agency is urging anyone exposed to high temperatures to take measures to protect themselves and those around them. Key safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke include the following:

• Never leave children or pets alone in a closed vehicle. Even with the windows cracked open, interior temperatures can rise almost 20°F within 10 minutes.
• Slow down and avoid strenuous activity.
• Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, light-colored clothing. Light colors reflect heat and sunlight, and help maintain normal body temperature.
• Drink plenty of water — even if you are not thirsty. Avoid alcoholic beverages and liquids high in sugar or caffeine. If your doctor generally limits the amount of fluid you drink, ask how much you should drink during hot weather.
• Eat well-balanced, light, regular meals.
• Stay indoors as much as possible and limit exposure to the sun. Do not leave pets outside for extended periods of time.
• If you must be outdoors, limit your outdoor activity to the morning and evening hours. Try to rest often in shady areas so your body temperature will have a chance to recover. Use sunscreen with a high SPF and wear a wide-brimmed hat.