Hot Weather Alert

Once again, we are anticipating a significant heat wave expected to last from Tuesday, August 28 through Wednesday, August 29. It's important to remind our residents to take methods of precaution in order to protect themselves from the heat. The temperatures are expected to reach 96 degrees.

Mayor Marcia Leclerc  encourages residents to drink plenty of water throughout these hot days, wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing and limit time outdoors. It highly important 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 about sun exposure.

According to the National Weather Channel, the heat and humidity may cause heat stress while outdoors. 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.

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

Due to expected hot weather and extreme humidity, the following public buildings are designed as “cooling places” for residents in need of some relief from the heat.

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