Expect hot temperatures in CT this week

Connecticut Public Radio | By Patrick Skahill

Published September 5, 2023 at 10:23 AM EDT

Updated September 9, 2023 at 12:18 PM EDT

With extreme heat setting in on the capital city Hartford Fire Department cadets hand out water at Barnard Park during the hottest time of day. September 7, 2023 in Hartford, Connecticut — Hartford Fire Department cadet Nick Thompson passes out water to people in Barnard Park, September 7, 2023.

Heat index values in Connecticut are expected to reach nearly 100 degrees this week, according to the National Weather Service.

A heat advisory is in effect for parts of the state until Friday.

“Hot temperatures and high humidity may cause heat illnesses to occur,” the NWS says.

The hot and humid weather is expected to last through Friday, Connecticut Public Meteorologist Garett Argianas said. Temperatures will climb into the 80s on Friday.

Gov. Ned Lamont has activated Connecticut’s extreme hot weather protocol through Friday evening. People seeking relief can find cooling centers by calling 211 or going to 211ct.org.

“While Labor Day signals the unofficial end of summer, that doesn’t mean that we won’t continue to see high temperatures that will feel very hot and humid,” Dr. Manisha Juthani, commissioner of the state Department of Public Health, said in a statement.

The DPH says people should stay hydrated, take frequent breaks in cooler air-conditioned or shaded areas, and limit the time spent in the sun.

“Additionally, more physical tasks should take place in the morning or evening, when the sun is less intense, and temperatures are cooler,” Juthani said.

People should wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and drink plenty of water.

Various school districts on Thursday dismiss ed students early because of the heat; several schools did the same on Wednesday.

Cooling centers are open throughout the state. A full list is available at 211.

Bridgeport

Senior Centers (open weekdays only)

Black Rock Senior Center – 2676 Fairfield Avenue, (8 a.m.- 3 p.m.)
East Side Senior Center – 268 Putnam Street (8 a.m.- 3 p.m.)
Eisenhower Senior Center – 307 Golden Hill Street, (8 a.m.-3 p.m.)
North End Bethany Senior Center – 20 Thorme Street, (8 a.m.- 3 p.m.)

GBT Station
710 Water Street, Monday-Friday (9 a.m.- 9 p.m.)

Bridgeport Public Library Branches
Main Branch – 925 Broad Street, Monday and Tuesday (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Wednesday and Thursday (noon - 8 p.m.), Friday and Saturday (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

Black Rock Branch – 2705 Fairfield Avenue, Mon and Wednesday (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Tuesday and Thursday (noon - 8 p.m.), Friday and Saturday (10 a.m.- 5 p.m.)

Newfield Branch – 755 Central Avenue, Monday and Tuesday (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Wednesday and Thursday (noon - 8 p.m.), Friday Saturday (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

North Branch – 3455 Madison Avenue, Monday and Wednesday (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Tuesday and Thursday (noon - 8 p.m.), Friday and Saturday (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)

East Side Branch – 1174 East Main Street, Monday (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Tuesday (noon - 8 p.m.) Wednesday (noon - 8 p.m.) Thursday (10 a.m. - 6 p.m.), Friday and Saturday (10 a.m. - 5 p.m.)