High heat and humidity have prompted the Town of Simsbury this week to activate its cooling center for folks seeking relief.Town of SimsburySIMSBURY, CT — As the weather forecast predicts a heat wave beginning Tuesday, July 15, andlasting through Friday, Simsbury officials announced Monday that cooling centers will be open.Temperatures during the heat wave will be hot and humid, with highs of more than 90 degrees and they will approach “extreme heat warning” criteria, meaning it will ...
High heat and humidity have prompted the Town of Simsbury this week to activate its cooling center for folks seeking relief.
Town of Simsbury
SIMSBURY, CT — As the weather forecast predicts a heat wave beginning Tuesday, July 15, andlasting through Friday, Simsbury officials announced Monday that cooling centers will be open.
Temperatures during the heat wave will be hot and humid, with highs of more than 90 degrees and they will approach “extreme heat warning” criteria, meaning it will feel like it is over 100 degrees.
Due to the expected high temperatures predicted through July 18, the Town of Simsbury and the Department of Community and Social Services reminded residents of the best practices to stay cool.
Folks are urged to try to stay inside where it is cool and utilize fans and air conditioning when available.
They should also keep their shades or curtains closed during the day will help keep their homes cooler.
"If you must be outside, stay hydrated and avoid prolonged sun exposure to the extent possible. Early mornings and evenings are the best times to be outside, so plan your day accordingly," wrote the town.
If you need respite from the heat, the Simsbury Public Library is open during summer business hours: Monday to Thursday (9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.), Friday (9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.), and Saturday (9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p..m).
Gov. Ned Lamont has activated Connecticut’s extreme heat protocol, which will be ineffect through Friday.
Cooling centers are available, and folks should call Infoline at 211 or look online at 211ct.org to find the nearest location.
"We encourage you to take advantage of the many open spaces Simsbury has to offer," wrote the town.
Suggested open spaces include the pavilions at Town Forest, Tariffville Park, Hop Brook Landing, and taking advantage of places with good tree canopies, such as the trails in the Ethel Walker Woods and state parks located in town.
Simsbury Farms Pool and Memorial Pool are also open.
Folks should also check on elderly family members and neighbors, and they should never leave children or pets in an unattended vehicle.
For further information, or if you or someone you know is at risk due to the high temperatures, call the Simsbury Community and Social Services Department at 860-658-3283. The department does not monitor its phone line or voicemail messages during the weekend. For emergencies, call 911.