The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for Wilton in effect now through Wednesday, July 30, at 8 p.m. Temperatures are expected to reach into the 90s, accompanied by humid conditions pushing the heat index near or above 100 degrees. in parts of Connecticut, including Fairfield County, Northern Middlesex County and New Haven County, as well as in northeast New Jersey and Westchester County.

Cooling Centers will be open in Wilton starting today through Wednesday, July 30.  Residents who need a safe, air-conditioned space can locate the nearest center by calling 2-1-1 or accessing the following Wilton options:

  • Comstock Community Center (180 School Rd.): open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.
  • Wilton YMCA (404 Danbury Rd.): open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m.
  • Wilton Library (137 Ridgefield Rd.): open Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

A Heat Advisory is issued when the combination of heat and humidity is expected to make it feel like it is 95-99 degrees for two or more consecutive days, or 100-104 degrees for any length of time. Wilton may see heat index values of 100-105 degrees during this time.

Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses. Seniors and those with chronic health problems or mental health conditions are at an increased risk. Homes without air conditioning can be much hotter than outdoor temperatures. 

Take steps to prevent heat-related illnesses, injuries, and death during hot weather:

  • Stay in an air-conditioned indoor location as much as you can
  • Never leave children or pets in cars
  • Drink plenty of fluids even if you don’t feel thirsty. 
  • Schedule outdoor activities carefully
  • Wear loose, lightweight, light-colored clothing and sunscreen
  • Pace yourself
  • Check on a friend or neighbor, in particular the elderly and the functional needs community
  • Check the local news for health and safety updates
  • To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments.
  • Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency — in cases of heat stroke call 9-1-1

Residents should use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has 
oair conditioning. If you don’t have home air conditioning, continue to seek out cool spaces each day as long as it remains hot, and for a few days after if your home is still hot. Check on vulnerable friends, family members and neighbors.