Canton MA

As of May 18, 2020 the number of confirmed COVID19 cases in Canton is 264. The number of unknown and undiagnosed cases in the community are most likely considerably higher. Please continue to practice social distancing, wear a cloth face covering in public places where social distancing is not possible, wash your hands and adhere to Governor Baker’s Stay at home advisory.



Total confirmed cases in Massachusetts: 86,010

New Cases Today: 1,077

Total cases in Norfolk County: 7,474

Total cases in Canton: 264

Please wear a face-covering if you go out.

Hot Weather Safety Tips

Heat Safety Tips:
•Hot cars can be deadly. Never leave children or pets in your vehicle. The inside temperature of the car can quickly reach over 100 degrees, even on a 70 degree day.
•Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, like water.
•Check on family, friends and neighbors who do not have air conditioning, who spend much of their time alone or who are more likely to be affected by the heat.
•If someone doesn’t have air conditioning, they should seek relief from the heat during the warmest part of the day in places like libraries, theaters, malls, etc.
•Wear loose-fitting, lightweight, light-colored clothing. Avoid dark colors because they absorb the sun’s rays.
•Slow down, stay indoors and avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest part of the day, which is typically around 3 p.m.
•Postpone outdoor games and activities if the temperature is too hot.
•Avoid extreme temperature changes.
•Take frequent breaks if working outdoors.
•Check on animals frequently to ensure that they are not suffering from the heat. Make sure they have plenty of cool water.
•Learn to recognize and treat heat illnesses.

Tips for Parents:
•Limit playtime at peak sun exposure time and familiarize yourself with the signs of heat illnesses.
•Avoid burns. If playground equipment is hot to the touch, it is too hot for your child’s bare skin.

If deemed necessary by town officials, Canton will open cooling locations for residents to seek relief during extreme heat.

https://www.town.canton.ma.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=627

Everyone is invited to attend the upcoming Route 138 Corridor Study Public Forum. How can we ensure the long-term viability of this key commercial corridor? Share your thoughts on how this corridor could or should change. The forum will take place on Wednesday, July 10th, from 7-9pm at the Bank of Canton Headquarters at 490 Turnpike Street. Unable to attend? Take the survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/Canton138.

The Board of Selectmen will hold its next meeting on Tuesday, May 29th at 7:00 p.m. in the Salah Meeting Room, Memorial Hall.

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The Town of Canton Memorial Day Parade will commence at 9:00 a.m., rain or shine, at Canton High School. Memorial services will be held at the Legion Walk of Honor at Canton Corner Cemetery.