Prevention Tips to Prepare for Extreme Heat of Next Several Days

July 21, 2022

PREVENTION TIPS TO PREPARE FOR EXTREME HEAT OVER NEXT SEVERAL DAYS
STAMFORD, CT – In light of the heat wave and high temperatures in our area this week, the City of Stamford advises residents to use caution when going outdoors.
Residents can call 211 for a list of cooling centers throughout Connecticut. Cooling centers in Stamford include:

  • Lobby of the Stamford Government Center (888 Washington Boulevard) between 8:00 am – 9:00 pm
  • Public access sites like the Stamford Town Center and the Ferguson Library branches

Prevention tips to stay safe in extreme include:
Stay cool: 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.

 
Stay Hydrated: Because your body loses fluids through sweat, you can become dehydrated during times of extreme heat

  • Drink more water than usual.
  • Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink more fluids.
  • Drink from 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.
Additional safety tips and extreme heat-related information can be found on 211ct.org's Extreme Hot Weather Page or in 2-1-1 Extreme Heat Precautions and Safety Tips.
COVID-19 Update

As the State of Connecticut continues taking actions in response to the global spread of coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Governor Ned Lamont provided the following updates as of 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 21, 2022:

Data updates on testing in Connecticut

The following is a summary of newly reported data on COVID-19 in Connecticut from the past 7 days.

Overall Summary

Cumulative
(except for hospital census)

Past 7 days

Positive PCR/NAAT Tests

916,973

4,299

All PCR/NAAT Tests

14,958,083

40,595

Test Positivity (pos/all PCR/NAAT)

--

10.59%

Patients currently hospitalized with COVID-19

312

19

COVID-19 Associated Deaths

11,093

8
To read the full daily data report, visit data.ct.gov/coronavirus and click the button labeled, “Daily Data Report.” That website also contains several other data reports, including on the topics of vaccinations, schools, nursing homes, child care, congregate settings, and economic impact.