Déjà Vu? Yes, We Have Been Here Before: Extreme Heat, Humidity Opens Cooling Centers In Branford

BRANFORD, CT — Extreme heat and humidity has the town opening cooling centers across the community through Thursday.

• Community Center, 46 Church St., Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

• James Blackstone Memorial Library, 758 Main St., Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.

• Willoughby Wallace Memorial Library, 146 Thimble Island Road, Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Important reminders:

• 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. Rest often in shady areas.
• Find an air-conditioned shelter. 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 often.
• Provide access to water and shade for pets that cannot be brought indoors.
• 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.
• DO NOT leave children, disabled persons or pets in vehicles.

If you or someone you know needs assistance, please call 2-1-1 to get connected to additional services.