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Philadelphia declares heat health emergency due to scorching temps this week

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Philadelphia Weather: Health Department Declares H News

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The declaration begins at 8 a.m. Thursday and is scheduled to end at midnight on Saturday.

The Philadelphia Department of Health has declared a heat health emergency due to the scorching temperatures this week.A Heat Health Emergency activates the city's emergency heat programs, including cooling centers and enhanced daytime outreach for those most vulnerable.

Philadelphia Corporation for Aging's heatline 215-765-9040 will be open between 8:30 a.m. and midnight for the next three days. The public is encouraged to call if they have questions about precautions they can take and detecting signs of heat stress.

Source: Healthcare Press (healthcarepress.net)

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