Town Of Waterford: Cooling Center Opened This Week

Press release from the Town of Waterford:

July 18, 2022

Community Center will be open for extended hours

Temperatures are forecast to be 90 degrees or above through Saturday and near 90 degrees on Sunday with high humidity levels. The Waterford Community Center located at 24 Rope Ferry Road will be available as a cooling center Monday through Friday this week from 8 am until 8 pm and this Saturday and Sunday from 8 am until 4 pm. Please stop in to escape the heat as needed.

It is important to stay hydrated and cool during this heatwave. Drink plenty of fluids and wear loose-fitting, light-colored clothing. Avoid the sun during the day when possible. Check on elderly relatives and neighbors who may not have air conditioning. Make sure outdoor pets have shade and water, or are brought indoors to keep cool.

You may call Waterford Senior Services at 860-444-5839 if you have special needs that are affected by the heat or call the First Selectman's Office at 860-444-5834.

~Rob Brule, First Selectman

This press release was produced by the Town of Waterford.The views expressed here are the author’s own.