07/14/2026
ALERT: Severe Hot Weather Protocol Activation 11 AM Tuesday 7/14 to 5 PM Thursday 7/16
Gov. Ned Lamont yesterday announced that he is directing Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, July 14, 2026, and remaining in effect through 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
Cooling centers are opening across Connecticut. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by calling 2-1-1.
“Anyone who is vulnerable to the heat is advised to take precautions over the next couple of days as high temperatures are expected to impact the state,” Gov. Lamont said. “Cooling centers will be available throughout Connecticut and can be located by visiting www.211ct.org or calling 2-1-1. I also want to remind everyone that pets are just as vulnerable to extreme temperatures as humans and to take the necessary precautions to make sure your pets have a place to cool off and stay hydrated.”
Although anyone can suffer from heat-related illnesses, some people are at greater risk than others:
Infants and young children are sensitive to the effects of high temperatures and rely on others to regulate their environments and provide adequate liquids.
People 65 years of age or older may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and are less likely to sense and respond to change in temperature.
People who are overweight may be prone to heat sickness because of their tendency to retain more body heat.
People who overexert during work or exercise may become dehydrated and susceptible to heat sickness.
People who are physically ill, especially those with heart disease or high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as those for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation, may be affected by extreme heat.
Some prevention tips to stay safe in extreme heat include:
Stay cool: Keep your body temperature cool to avoid heat-related illness
Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible. If you must be outdoors, try to limit your outdoor activity to the morning and evening. Try to rest often in shady areas so that your body has a chance to cool off.
Find an air-conditioned shelter. (Call 2-1-1 for a list of cooling centers). Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device.
Avoid direct sunlight.
Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
Take cool showers or baths.
Check on those most at-risk several times a day.
Pets that cannot be brought indoors should be provided ready access to water and shade to keep them cool.
Stay Hydrated: Because your body loses fluids through sweat, you can become dehydrated during times of extreme heat
Drink more water than usual.
Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink more fluids.
Drink from two to four cups of water every hour while working or exercising outside.
Avoid alcohol or liquids containing high amounts of sugar.
Remind others to drink enough water
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Press Release Homepage Governor Lamont Activates Extreme Hot Weather Protocol From Tuesday Through Thursday 7/13/2026 Cooling Centers Will Open and Can be Located by Visiting www.211ct.org or Calling 2-1-1 (HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing Connecticut’s Ex...
