Extreme Heat Protocol: Ridgefield Opens Cooling Center

RIDGEFIELD, CT — Gov. Ned Lamont has implemented an Extreme Heat Protocol through 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, July 30.

A cooling center has been set up at Ridgefield Parks and Rec Center, 195 Danbury Road, during regular hours as follows: Monday-Friday, 6 a.m.-10 p.m., Saturday, 6 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday, 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Residents who take advantage of this must check in at the front desk.

Hot and humid conditions are expected during the next four days, with highs in the 90s and the heat index ranging between 95 – 105 degrees Fahrenheit, according to the National Weather Service. In addition, overnight temperatures are not expected to fall below the mid 70s. Some haze and smoke from the Canadian wildfires may also cause unhealthy air quality at times. Persons in vulnerable populations such as the elderly or persons with breathing concerns should take extra care.