The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory as of Tuesday, July 15 at 2:14 p.m. until Thursday, July 17 at 10 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.
Heat index values are expected to reach up to 102 degrees throughout portions of southern Connecticut, northeast New Jersey and southeast New York, with the highest heat index values occurring during the afternoon each day.
In addition, the CT Department of Energy and Environmental Protection has issued an Air Quality Action Day for Fairfield County from 11 a.m.-11 p.m. on Wednesday, July 16.
An Air Quality Action Day means that ground-level ozone within the region may approach or exceed unhealthy standards.
Town of Wilton Emergency Management officials have ensured that cooling centers will be opening in Wilton starting Tuesday, July 15, through Friday, July 18. Residents who need a safe, air-conditioned space can locate the nearest center by calling 2-1-1 or reviewing the Wilton options below:
- Comstock Community Center: (180 School Rd.) open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 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.
For emergencies, call 9-1-1
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.
Use air conditioning to stay cool at home or go to a place that has air 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.
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. In cases of heat stroke, call 9-1-1.
For additional information, please visit the Connecticut Department of Energy and
Environmental Protection website.