Governor Lamont has implemented an Extreme Heat Protocol starting today Wednesday, July 26th and remaining in effect until 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 30th.
Hot and humid conditions are expected during the next four days with highs in the 90’s and the heat index ranging between 95 – 105 F. In addition, overnight temperatures are not expected to fall below the mid 70’s. Some haze and smoke from the Canadian wildfires may also cause unhealthy air quality at times. Persons in vulnerable populations such as the elderly or persons with breathing concerns should take extra care.
The Town of Wilton will be opening a cooling center at Comstock Community Center (Room 30) today, Wednesday, July 26th, Thursday, July 27th and Friday, July 28th from 8:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
For more information on the heat protocol, contact Wilton Fire Chief/Emergency Management Director Jim Blanchfield at firechief@wiltonct.org or (203) 834-6246.
If you need general assistance, dial 2-1-1 from anywhere in CT or visit 2-1-1 Connecticut (211ct.org) to reach a confidential, free, and multi-lingual information and referral service that connects people to essential health and human services in their area 24/7.