Hot Weather Protocol for Connecticut

July 17, 2025

Dear Neighbor,

I hope you are having a great summer. Please read below for updates in our community!

The governor has activated Connecticut’s Extreme Hot Weather Protocol through at least Friday, July 18th. During this time, please take precautions to keep yourself safe - drink plenty of water, avoid the sun when possible, and check on neighbors who may be vulnerable to high temperatures. Click here to access a list of cooling centers in Hamden.

The Connecticut Health Policy Project has created a health policy guided study course. The purpose of this free course is to inform and educate individuals about health policy in the state.

If you are interested, there will be an informational Zoom meeting:

July 24 at noon - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/d1r9Uyl_QiCyXeqn1UUuWg

If you have any other questions, please click here. The application deadline is August 1.

Attention Hamden residents - the Connecticut Department of Transportation will begin changing exit numbers on Route 15 on July 28. The project is expected to take 4-5 weeks to complete. Click here to learn more about the state wide exit renumbering project.

Hamden's Summer Free Lunch Program is now open. Free nutritious meals and snacks for kids and teens will be available Monday through Friday in the summer months of July and August. Participants must be 18 or younger.

For more information please call Community Services at (203) 562-5129 ext. 1110 or click here.

As you make plans to travel this summer, it is important to stay alert, especially when it comes to scams targeting travelers like you.

There is a rise in fraudulent websites posing as legitimate services offering to assist travelers with passport and visa documentation. These sites charge users fees to access application forms, which are free through the official U.S. Department of State website. These sites aim to collect your private and personal information, and charge for unnecessary fees.

How to spot these scams:

Be cautious of third-party sites with URLs that do not end in ".gov"
Avoid advertisements that promote "fast results" or "shortcuts" for obtaining your passport or visas

Make sure you are planning ahead of your trip by researching official passport processing times directly through the U.S. Department of State and give yourself plenty of time to obtain your documentation before your scheduled trip to avoid looking for a fast solution and becoming a victim of one of these scams. If you come across a suspicious website, report it to the Federal Trade Commission at: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

Keep you and your family safe while traveling this summer by staying informed and aware of any potential scams. Safe travels!

According to the National Fire Protection Association, 500,000 pets are affected by house fires each year, with 1,000 house fires started by pets themselves. Whether the fire is caused by an appliance, outlet, or your pet, the following tips can help keep them safe during and after a fire.

Six Lakes Park is asking members of the community to take a 10-minute survey about their vision for the area and how it can best serve the community. You can learn more about Six Lakes Park and get involved by visiting their website or by sending an email: SixLakes@savethesound.org