| The purpose of the protocol is to ensure that the most vulnerable populations receive protection from hot conditions. While enacted, a system is set up for state agencies, municipalities, and other partners to coordinate with the United Way/2-1-1 to make sure that information about cooling centers is available statewide so people can get some relief from the heat.
Below are cooling centers in our area.
East Hartford:
- East Hartford Public Safety Complex Lobby, 31 School St, Open 24/7
- East Hartford Public Library, 840 Main St, Monday and Friday 9AM to 5PM; Tuesday- Thursday 9AM to 8PM; Saturday 10AM to 2PM
- East Hartford Senior Center, 15 Milbrook Dr, Monday - Friday, 8:30AM to 4:30PM.
Manchester
- Mary Cheney Library, 586 Main St, Monday - Thursday 9AM to 9PM; Friday and Saturday 9AM to 5PM
- Whiton Branch Library, 100 North Main St, Monday - Thursday 10AM to 8:30PM; Friday 9AM to 5PM
- Manchester Senior Center, 549 East Middle Tpke, Monday - Friday 9AM to 4PM
South Windsor
- South Windsor Public Library, 1550 Sullivan Ave, Monday - Thursday 9AM to 8PM; Friday 9AM to 4:30PM; Saturday 9AM to 1 PM
- Charles N. Enes Community Center, 150 Nevers Rd, Monday - Friday 8AM to 4:30PM
Anyone in need of a cooling center should call 2-1-1 or look online at 211ct.org to find their nearest location.
Heat-related illness can affect anyone, though some people are at greater risk than others, including infants and young children, people 65 years of age or older, those who are overweight and anyone who overexerts during work or exercise or is physically ill with heart disease or high blood pressure, or who take certain medications, such as for depression, insomnia, or poor circulation.
Below are some additional tips to stay safe in extreme heat: |
