Maine Emergency Management Agency

When neighbors have established bonds or relationships with those around them, the younger members of the community will often step up and check on the older ones.

Local fire officials have shared that often families will rely on things like the kitchen stove for extra heat, which is not only very temporary but can be dangerous if not properly vented.

Local organizations and governments have designated "cooling centers" for people who might need a space to go to literally cool themselves down.

Hurricane Franklin is bringing high surf and dangerous rip currents to Maine beaches. Here is what the Maine Emergency Management Agency recommends for safety.