Cooling Centers Available To Residents In Stamford

STAMFORD, CT — As high temperatures continue to impact the area, Stamford and the Office of Public Safety continue to partner with local businesses and nonprofits to assist residents during this heatwave.

Residents can call 211 for a list of cooling centers throughout Connecticut. Hours of operation for all cooling centers can be found online on Stamford's website. Any additional information will be added to the website and updated frequently.

Prevention tips to stay safe in extreme include:

• 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. Try to rest often in shady areas so that your body has a chance to cool off.
• Find an air-conditioned shelter. (Call 2-1-1 for a list of cooling centers). 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 several times a day.
• Pets that cannot be brought indoors should be provided ready access to water and shade to keep them cool.

Stay Hydrated. Because your body loses fluids through sweat, you can become dehydrated during times of extreme heat

• Drink more water than usual.
• Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink more fluids.
• Drink from two to four cups of water every hour while working or exercising outside.
• Avoid alcohol or liquids containing high amounts of sugar.
• Remind others to drink enough water.