Monday starts with clouds that will dissipate and skies will become mostly sunny.
Temperatures will be warm, in the mid-80s, on Monday.
But Tuesday will be warmer and will continue to be warm.
Highs will be between 95 and 100 degrees each day with “similar” temperatures above 100.
Isolated storms are possible from Friday to Tuesday that will reduce the heat.
Governor Ned Lamont activated the extremely hot weather protocol from noon Tuesday to noon Sunday.
Cooling centers will be open across the state and anyone needing a place to escape the heat can call 211 or check 211ct.org for the nearest location.
“It looks like we are about to experience our first stretch of very hot conditions so far this year, and it will last almost a week,” Lamont said in a statement. “Anyone 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.”
What to know
The state is issuing some warnings and highlighting things to watch out for amid the warm weather.
- Infants and young children are sensitive to the effects of high temperatures and depend on others to regulate their environment and provide them with adequate fluids.
- People aged 65 and older may not compensate for heat stress efficiently and are less likely to feel and respond to changes in temperature.
- Overweight people may be prone to heat illness due to the tendency to retain more body heat.
- People who overexert themselves during work or exercise can become dehydrated and susceptible to heat illness.
- 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.
How to stay safe in extreme heat
- Keep your body temperature cool to avoid heat-related illnesses.
- 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 frequently in shaded areas to give your body a chance to cool down.
- Find an air-conditioned shelter. (Call 211 for a list of cooling centers.) Don’t rely on a fan as your primary cooling device.
- Avoid direct sunlight.
- Wear light, light-colored clothing.
- Take cold showers or baths.
- Check on people who are most at risk several times a day.
- Pets that cannot come indoors should have easy access to water and shade to keep them cool.
- Never leave pets inside parked vehicles because temperatures can rise to life-threatening levels in a matter of minutes.
- Stay hydrated during periods of extreme heat. Because the body loses fluid through sweat, dehydration is common when experiencing very high temperatures. It is highly recommended:
- Drink more water than usual.
- Don’t wait until you are thirsty to drink more fluids.
- Drink two to four glasses of water every hour while working or exercising outdoors.
- Avoid alcohol or liquids that contain high amounts of sugar.
- Remind others to drink enough water.
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