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  1. Governor Lamont Activates Extreme Hot Weather Protocol Through Wednesday Afternoon

Cooling Centers Are Available and Can be Located by Calling 2-1-1 or Visiting 211ct.org

(HARTFORD, CT) – Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience very hot and humid temperatures over the next several days, he is directing Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 2:00 p.m. on Monday, July 8, 2024, and remaining in effect through 5:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, 2024.

The current forecast is indicating that temperatures over this period during the daytime will rise into the 90s and the heat index will be between 95 and 100 degrees. Overnight temperatures are expected to be very uncomfortable, with lows only falling to the 70s and dewpoints also in the 70s.

“It’s been pretty warm over the last several days and it’s about to get warmer, particularly over the next several evenings,” Governor Lamont said. “Anyone who is vulnerable to heat and humidity is advised to take precautions. Cooling centers are open throughout Connecticut and can be located by calling 2-1-1 or visiting 211ct.org.”

The purpose of the Extreme Hot Weather Protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from the hot conditions. While enacted, a system is set up for state agencies, municipalities, and other partners to coordinate with United Way 2-1-1 to make sure that information regarding cooling centers is available statewide, providing a location to get some relief.

Governor Lamont is advising people in Connecticut, particularly those who are most vulnerable to heat and humidity, to take precautions. Cooling centers are opening statewide. Anyone in need of a place to get out of the heat can locate their nearest cooling center by calling 2-1-1 or viewing the list that is being published online at 211ct.org.

The following actions are implemented while Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol is enacted:

  • The Connecticut Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection’s Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security uses its WebEOC communications network, which is an internet-based system that enables local, regional, and state emergency management officials and first responders to share up-to-date information about a variety of situations and conditions.
  • Municipalities and other partners submit information on the opening of cooling centers into the WebEOC, providing a real-time database on the availability of these locations statewide. United Way 2-1-1 uses the system to act as a clearinghouse to assist residents in locating a cooling center.
  • Regional coordinators from the Division of Emergency Management and Homeland Security monitor WebEOC in order to respond to any requests from municipalities for state assistance.
  • The energy utility companies provide the state with regular updates regarding the impact of the weather conditions on their respective utilities throughout the duration of the protocol.

Although anyone can suffer from heat-related illness, some people are at greater risk than others:

  • Infants and young children are sensitive to the effects of high temperatures and rely on others to regulate their environments and provide adequate liquids.
  • People 65 years of age or older may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and are less likely to sense and respond to change in temperature.
  • People who are overweight may be prone to heat sickness because of their tendency to retain more body heat.
  • People who overexert during work or exercise may become dehydrated and susceptible to heat sickness.
  • People who are physically ill, especially those with heart disease or high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation, may be affected by extreme heat.

Some prevention tips to stay safe in extreme heat include:

  • Keep your body temperature cool to avoid heat-related illness.
  • Stay in air-conditioned buildings as much as possible. If you must be outdoors, try to limit your outdoor activity to the morning and evening. Try to rest often in shady areas so that your body has a chance to cool off.
  • Find an air-conditioned shelter. (Call 2-1-1 for a list of cooling centers.) Do not rely on a fan as your primary cooling device.
  • Avoid direct sunlight.
  • Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing.
  • Take cool showers or baths.
  • Check on those most at-risk several times a day.
  • Pets that cannot be brought indoors should be provided ready access to water and shade to keep them cool.
  • Never leave pets inside of parked vehicles because temperatures can soar to life-threatening levels within minutes.

Everyone is also reminded to stay hydrated during periods extreme heat. Because bodies lose fluid through sweat, dehydration is common while experiencing very high temperatures. It is strongly encouraged to:

  • Drink more water than usual.
  • Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink more fluids.
  • Drink two to four cups of water every hour while working or exercising outside.
  • Avoid alcohol or liquids containing high amounts of sugar.
  • Remind others to drink enough water.

 

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City of New Haven cold weather protocol

The National Weather Service is forecasting significant rain, high winds and freezing temperatures for our region. Wind gusts of up to 50 mph are expected, and coastal flooding is likely is some of the city’s low-lying areas, which may cause road closures. Then, beginning Friday afternoon and through the weekend, overnight temperatures are expected to drop into the teens and, with the wind chill factor, into the single digits.  

 

The City has activated its severe cold weather protocols and I wanted to pass along a few quick safety tips for residents:  

 

  1. Make sure to fully charge your cell phones and critical electronic and medical devices in preparation for a potential power outage; 

 

  1. Drive with caution and, if possible, adjust your travel times, if you are traveling for the holidays. The rain followed by freezing temperatures may result in icy roads. 

 

  1. Do not drive through flooded roadways – instead, turn around and choose a different route.  

 

  1. Check in on your family, friends and neighbors. 

 

  1. Call 9-1-1 for any storm-related emergencies. 

 

Our walk-in winter Warming Centers will be open 24 hours a day beginning Friday 6pm. The list of warming centers can be found on the city's website: newhavenct.gov or by calling 211. 

 

Most importantly, for kids in New Haven expecting a visit by Santa, know that -- no matter what -- that no winter storm can stop Santa Claus. Santa is still on his way and Santa is still coming to town. Happy Holidays!  

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Snow Storm. 1/06/22 - 1/7/22

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Mayor Justin Elicker with a snowstorm update. Por favor espere para escuchar este mensaje en español.  

Beginning late this evening, the City of New Haven is expecting between 4-6 inches of snow. In order to assist our Parks and Public Works crews as they clear streets, we will begin a parking ban downtown and on posted snow routes at midnight and it will last through 3 PM tomorrow. Transportation, Traffic, and Parking will begin enforcement at midnight, so please avoid parking in designated and posted areas or you will be ticketed and towed.

Additionally, New Haven Public Schools will be closed tomorrow because of the snow.

The roads are expected to be hazardous tomorrow, especially in the morning. Please avoid driving if you can. If you must drive, use extreme caution and give yourself extra time. Enjoy the snow!

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Severe Cold Weather Alert
At the direction of Governor Ned Lamont, the Division of Emergency Management (DEMHS) within the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection (DESPP), the Department of Housing (DOH), the Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (DMHAS), and the Department of Social Services (DSS), United Way 2-1-1, the Connecticut Coalition to End Homelessness, and other partners are implementing the severe cold weather protocol to ensure everyone has adequate shelter during the upcoming severe cold weather.  
The reason for the activation is the arrival of intense arctic cold in Connecticut starting tonight resulting in temperatures in the single digits and wind chill factors below zero. 
The current protocol activation will be in effect from noon today, January 10, until noon Wednesday, January 12.  
Cities or towns opening warming centers or other facilities to help those in need should following appropriate COVID sheltering protocols. If your town opens a shelter or warming center, please indicate its status on the WebEOC Daily Operations incident, which will track open warming centers and overflow or temporary emergency shelters. If you receive a call from someone looking for shelter and you are not aware of any shelter space, please direct the person to 2-1-1. Working with local shelters, 2-1-1 will act as clearinghouse to ensure that shelter space is found for those that need it.  
If you have any questions about the policies for access to shelter in your area, please contact info@cceh.org
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Hurricane Sandy may have destroyed much of the eastern seaboard, but it has yielded a pretty  offer for Ice-T’s wife Coco Austin. The buxom blonde, who made a now-infamous video of herself out in the storm (twins drenched and tank top clinging), could be the new weather girl for VH1’s Big Morning Buzz Live.

Host Carrie Keagan explains “Coco put herself outside during the height of hurricane Sandy, to weather the storm so the rest of us didn’t have to and looked darn good doing it. That kind of dedication and charisma is what our show is all about. I would love to have Coco join my team.”

Buzz executive producer Shane Farley added, “after seeing her deliver a weather update during Hurricane Sandy, we knew she would be the perfect person to report the weather on our show.”

With any luck, Coco (who is set to take over for former Playmate Holly Madison in her Las Vegas burlesque show) will soon bring her ray of sunshine to our morning routine. Stay tuned to see if Coco accepts the offer.

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