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Warming Centers Open In Milford Due To Cold Weather Protocol

Connecticut will experience a blast of arctic temperatures averaging 10 to 20 degrees below normal over the next several days.

Information via Milford Fire Department

MILFORD, CT — Governor Ned Lamont today announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that Connecticut will experience a blast of arctic temperatures averaging 10 to 20 degrees below normal over the next several days, he is directing the state’s Severe Cold Weather Protocol to be activated effective at 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 4, 2025, and remaining in effect through 12:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 9, 2025. This is the first time this season that the protocol has been activated.

Anyone in need of shelter or a warming center is urged to visit 211ct.org or call 2-1-1 to find available locations. Transportation can be provided if necessary.

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Milford's warming centers and hours consist of the following

Beth-El Warming Center Hours

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90 New Haven Avenue

Open 24/7 until Tuesday, 12/9 at 12 pm (then reopening that evening for traditional hours)

Milford Public Library Hours

57 New Haven Avenue

Monday: 10 am - 5 pm

Tuesday: 10 am - 8 :30 pm

Wednesday: 10 am - 8:30 pm

Thursday: 10 am - 8:30 pm

Friday: 1 pm - 5 pm

Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm

Sunday: CLOSED

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