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East Hartford Hot Weather Protocol

Effective September 5, 2023
Posted on: September 5, 2023 - 11:29am
East Hartford Hot Weather Protocol

East Hartford, CT— The Governor’s Office has activated the hot weather protocol starting Tuesday, September 5, 2023 at NOON and through Thursday, September 7, 2023 at 8 PM. 

The current forecast indicates that temperatures over this period will rise close to or into the low 90s, and the heat index is expected to reach into the mid-90s in certain inland areas of the state.

Due to the hot weather, the Town of East Hartford would like to remind residents of important safety guidelines. Residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water throughout these hot days, wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing and limit time outdoors. Residents should also remember to regularly check on infants and children as well as elderly or physically ill, because they are at a greater risk for heat-related illnesses. Those individuals should be very cautious of sun exposure.

Among various symptoms of heat-related illnesses are headache, dizziness, fatigue, anxiety, nausea, vomiting, low pulse rate and others. Additional symptoms may include, but are not limited to, cold, pale and clammy skin or hot, flushed dry skin. Those who don’t have air conditioning at their home are advised to choose various indoor places to go for relief from the heat, like malls, theaters or designated cooling centers in town.

There are several municipal buildings residents can visit if they are in need of some relief from the heat:

  • The East Hartford Public Safety Complex Lobby at 31 School Street is open 24/7.
     
  • East Hartford Public Library at 840 Main Street is open Monday and Friday 9 AM – 5 PM; Tuesday- Thursday: 9 AM to 8 PM and Saturday, 10 AM – 2 PM.
     
  • East Hartford Wickham Library at 656 Burnside Avenue, is open Monday, Wednesday and Fridays 10 AM -5 PM; Tuesday-Thursdays 1-8 PM.
     
  • East Hartford Senior Center at 15 Milbrook Drive is open Mon, Wed, & Fri 8:30 AM-4:30 PM; Tues & Thurs 8:30 AM-7:30 PM; Sat 8:30 AM-12 PM.
     
  • Community Cultural Center at 50 Chapman Place, is open Monday-Friday 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM.

*Note: No special staff or services will be offered at any of these cooling locations. 

Individuals looking for additional locations or services, should call 211.

If any person experiences heat stroke or heat exhaustion, seek medical help immediately by calling 911.