It’s been getting pretty darn hot lately. And it’s looking like we’ll be facing a good little stretch of even more hot weather in the days and – yes, even maybe – the weeks to come.

There’s little to be done about it other than exercising a little common sense to minimize dangers of heat stroke. Watch your activity levels, get plenty of water, etc. Just be careful and do the right things. You’ll make it.

We love it when the winter thaws and the explosion of life in the natural world around us takes place in the springtime, and many of us love to lounge and loll in the vibrant warmth of a hot summer day. But it is important to keep in mind that moderation is the key to good health and personal safety.

Here are some ways you can stay cool:

• Check out the Somerville Parks and recreation Department for info about public access to swimming pools in the city: https://somervillema.myrec.com/info/default.aspx.
• Many parks and playgrounds have water play features or sprinklers. To find a splash pad in your neighborhood, visit https://www.google.com/maps/d/viewer?mid=1EaOgn8UezO2MlxQIZXw-8EcmPoylPwIc&ll=42.394374631727295%2C-71.11074153435386&z=14. For additional heat safety tips, visit https://www.somervillema.gov/departments/programs/keeping-cool-hot-weather.

Please be careful while you’re out there, and also exercise a little caution while you’re indoors. The heat is everywhere, but we can beat it.