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Selma landscapers beat the heat with water and frequent breaks

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From the West Alabama Newsroom– The state of Alabama is caught in the grip of a dangerous heatwave. Many people are staying inside under the air conditioning to stay safe, but some people make their living working outdoors. The Dog Days of Summer have really kicked into high gear lately — with recent temperatures climbing into the upper 90s —…

Local Organizations Prepping to “Beat the Heat”

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For some, rising temperatures outside means finding the right balance between fun in the sun and spending more time inside. Olivia Venable with the Millbrook Senior Center is already making summer activity plans with the increased risks of overheating for seniors in mind. “A person that’s 60 or older with the risk factors of age and medications” she explained “10…